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as in headache
something that is a source of irritation
bad spelling is a constant frustration to language-arts teachers
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as in disappointment
the emotion felt when one's expectations are not met
the kids couldn't hide their frustration when they couldn't get the electronic toy to work
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as in exasperation
the feeling of impatience or anger caused by another's repeated disagreeable acts
the professor's frustration with students who refused to consult the syllabus
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Recent Examples of frustration
Several representatives expressed frustration at not having answers or insight into the investigation from the FBI investigation.
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Stephen Pastis, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Those frustrations appeared to boil over on July 13, 2021, when the manager of the Willed Body Program at the time, Claudia Yellott, wrote Nassiri expressing outrage over a shipment of ashes the center had just received.
—Mike Hixenbaugh, NBC News, 11 Dec. 2024
The channel then went through financial difficulties amid the global recession, with producers venting frustrations and a plan outlined to make 250 people redundant at the start of 2024.
—Max Goldbart, Deadline, 10 Dec. 2024
Too often, the penultimate version boxes the committee into positions that will lead to controversy and frustration.
—Jon Wilner, The Mercury News, 10 Dec. 2024
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Stephen Pastis, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Those frustrations appeared to boil over on July 13, 2021, when the manager of the Willed Body Program at the time, Claudia Yellott, wrote Nassiri expressing outrage over a shipment of ashes the center had just received.
—Mike Hixenbaugh, NBC News, 11 Dec. 2024
The channel then went through financial difficulties amid the global recession, with producers venting frustrations and a plan outlined to make 250 people redundant at the start of 2024.
—Max Goldbart, Deadline, 10 Dec. 2024
Too often, the penultimate version boxes the committee into positions that will lead to controversy and frustration.
—Jon Wilner, The Mercury News, 10 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for frustration
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That was until a throbbing headache set in, said Covert, 18.Erika Edwards, NBC News, 12 Dec. 2024
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Symptoms linked to the mystery disease include fever, headaches, coughing and anemia, raising concerns about the Congo's limited medical infrastructure.Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 12 Dec. 2024
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In healthy relationships, partners address frustration or disappointment through communication, not blame or distance.Tim Ryan, Newsweek, 17 Dec. 2024
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Overpromising or manipulating emotions can lead to disappointment and distrust.Somdutta Singh, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
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During the early breakfast routine, where Wallace emphasizes invention over personal interaction, Gromit reveals subtle exasperation.Bill Desowitz, IndieWire, 21 Nov. 2024
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Meanwhile, Taylor Swift's support of her partner last season brought a flood of media attention—much to the exasperation of some football fans.Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024
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The annoyance is really the side effect or collateral damage to a presumably reasonable activity.Caleb Harris, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
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The week’s biggest stories (Christina House / Los Angeles Times) A look at Kamala Harris’ roots in California Living on the same block as Harris is a delight and an annoyance, her Brentwood neighbors say.Hunter Clauss, Los Angeles Times, 19 Oct. 2024
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Writing about the Budapest Memorandum, Zelensky voiced his dismay regarding the 1994 agreement, which was meant to ensure Ukrainian security and sovereignty from Russia.Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2024
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These apparent one-off features were not included in the 2024 edition, to the dismay of many.Maya Georgi, Rolling Stone, 4 Dec. 2024
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Its nourishing, moisturizing formula designed for sensitive skin instantly and noticeably hydrated our skin without any irritation.L.A. Hubilla, People.com, 9 Dec. 2024
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The symptoms, which included breathing difficulties, eye irritation and nosebleeds, were traced to high levels of formaldehyde.Sharon Lerner and Al Shaw, CNN, 5 Dec. 2024
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The cat must be happy in their environment to thrive, so animal coordinators on movie sets must ensure that studio temperature, cast and crew interactions, and the moving of objects aren't a nuisance to the cat.Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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Muscle cramps can be a nuisance, but there are ways to relieve the pain and discomfort.Laura Schober, Health, 8 Dec. 2024
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Joey Logano's third championship win in the NASCAR Cup Series brought a wave of dissatisfaction from fans regarding the playoff format's fairness.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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However, a global survey among 12,000 retail employees working for 12 luxury brands found widespread luxury retail employee dissatisfaction.Pamela N. Danziger, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
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“Frustration.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/frustration. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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