as in annoying
causing annoyance
a bothersome habit of dropping trash on the floor right next to the garbage can
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Recent Examples of bothersome
That means less worker turnover, which is a bothersome expense.
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Michael Hiltzik, Los Angeles Times, 10 Oct. 2024
This creates a quiet workout experience that will be less bothersome to those around you.
—Ashley Zlatopolsky, Architectural Digest, 12 Sep. 2024
Moviegoers said the film dragged, the pacing was bothersome, and that some failed to grasp the motivations of Princess Hind and Bandit.
—Jake Kanter, Deadline, 30 Oct. 2024
And there doesn’t seem to be any rush to get the two-time Finals MVP back on the court following an offseason procedure on his bothersome right knee.
—Janis Carr, Orange County Register, 16 Oct. 2024
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Michael Hiltzik, Los Angeles Times, 10 Oct. 2024
This creates a quiet workout experience that will be less bothersome to those around you.
—Ashley Zlatopolsky, Architectural Digest, 12 Sep. 2024
Moviegoers said the film dragged, the pacing was bothersome, and that some failed to grasp the motivations of Princess Hind and Bandit.
—Jake Kanter, Deadline, 30 Oct. 2024
And there doesn’t seem to be any rush to get the two-time Finals MVP back on the court following an offseason procedure on his bothersome right knee.
—Janis Carr, Orange County Register, 16 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bothersome
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In an attempt to hang loose with the gang at a PMF, you may be exposed to gossipy whispers about the foibles, secrets or annoying idiosyncrasies of fellow execs or co-workers.Dr. David Lenihan, Forbes, 2 Jan. 2025
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And Jamie still refuses to apologize for any of the violence, which is very annoying.Maggie Fremont, Vulture, 27 Dec. 2024
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But the more immediately frustrating part is that the new remote doesn’t have a dedicated button for switching input modes, as previous remotes from LG and countless other remotes do.Ars Technica, Ars Technica, 9 Jan. 2025
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As any good leader will tell you, leading is inevitably frustrating and emotionally demanding.Rodger Dean Duncan, Forbes, 7 Jan. 2025
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First, some people might find the constant drumbeat of being questioned by AI is exhausting and irritating.Lance Eliot, Forbes, 4 Jan. 2025
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Knotted chains are not only irritating, but can also damage jewelry.Amelia Mularz, Architectural Digest, 2 Jan. 2025
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That righteous, above-the-law mentality takes hold of him during a crucial moment late in the disturbing case.Carlos Aguilar, Variety, 30 Dec. 2024
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Warning: Some of the following images are graphic in nature and might be disturbing to some viewers.TIME Photo Department, TIME, 30 Dec. 2024
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“Bothersome.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bothersome. Accessed 17 Jan. 2025.
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