1
as in job
a dull, unpleasant, or difficult piece of work
filling out all the required forms was a real headache
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2
as in nuisance
something that is a source of irritation
one of the headaches of being a band teacher is never knowing if the school's music program will be cut
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Recent Examples of headache
These can range from headaches to irritability and a general sense of malaise.
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Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 19 Mar. 2025
In a year that’s already shaping up to be a headache for Tesla (TSLA-1.65%), its biggest rival abroad — and one that’s growing its international footprint — now claims to have developed a superior charging system.
—William Gavin, Quartz, 18 Mar. 2025
There’s certainly the risk of getting any of the common but often hard-to-deal-with long COVID symptoms like fatigue, muscle aches, breathlessness, headaches, difficulty thinking and alterations in taste listed on the World Health Organization website.
—Bruce Y. Lee, Forbes, 17 Mar. 2025
Skeptics point to volatility, security headaches, and the risk of distorting bitcoin markets if a major government holds too large a stake.
—Dave Birnbaum, Forbes, 12 Mar. 2025
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Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 19 Mar. 2025
In a year that’s already shaping up to be a headache for Tesla (TSLA-1.65%), its biggest rival abroad — and one that’s growing its international footprint — now claims to have developed a superior charging system.
—William Gavin, Quartz, 18 Mar. 2025
There’s certainly the risk of getting any of the common but often hard-to-deal-with long COVID symptoms like fatigue, muscle aches, breathlessness, headaches, difficulty thinking and alterations in taste listed on the World Health Organization website.
—Bruce Y. Lee, Forbes, 17 Mar. 2025
Skeptics point to volatility, security headaches, and the risk of distorting bitcoin markets if a major government holds too large a stake.
—Dave Birnbaum, Forbes, 12 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for headache
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Across the videos related to job titles, 50 percent of women were depicted as smiling, while no men were, a result which reflects emotional expectations around gender, says Gaeta.—
Reece Rogers,
WIRED,
23 Mar. 2025
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Last summer, it was reported in the UK’s Times newspaper that he was being considered for the manager’s job at leading Portuguese side Porto.—
Simon Hughes,
The Athletic,
23 Mar. 2025
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In a meeting that month which Dahl recorded, Turner referred to Williams as a nuisance who had already been dealt with.—
Ronan Farrow,
The New Yorker,
24 Mar. 2025
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However, residents argue that the alligator, who had been sunning beside a pond on the property for more than a decade, was not a nuisance but that his fate was in fact decided by the new management, who thought the wild animal posed a risk to residents.—
Saman Shafiq,
USA TODAY,
18 Mar. 2025
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Entertainment gossip and news from Newsweek's network of contributors A guy known for delivering killer monologues is joining the long list of suspects at the Arconia.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
22 Mar. 2025
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Materials for all seasons at the world’s grandest art fair, plus Cleopatra and a killer ship model The European Fine Art Fair in Maastricht in the Netherlands is the art extravaganza of the year.—
Brian T. Allen,
National Review,
22 Mar. 2025
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Gottlieb went on to clearly express frustration on being the number four No. 1 seed selected.—
Allison Smith,
Forbes,
22 Mar. 2025
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In one post, a former colleague expresses frustration that the book seems to take credit for his efforts at the company.—
Charlie Warzel,
The Atlantic,
22 Mar. 2025
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The pressure to constantly evolve while maintaining a strong identity can feel like an emotional and professional burden.—
Stephanie Dillon,
Rolling Stone,
17 Mar. 2025
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Should the tariffs persist, though, consumers will bear much of the burden.—
Kate Nishimura,
Sourcing Journal,
17 Mar. 2025
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In the past two seasons, the Nuggets have been a thorn in the Lakers' side, being eliminated by Denver in the playoffs.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
20 Mar. 2025
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Property taxes are a thorn in the side of homeowners.—
Maddie McGay,
USA TODAY,
14 Mar. 2025
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As Maine continues to see more shark detections in its waters, studies like this will be crucial in ensuring that shark conservation efforts continue while also keeping human safety a priority.—
Melissa Cristina Márquez,
Forbes,
24 Mar. 2025
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What’s next? Property management posted a note on some doors that said cleaning efforts would begin March 7, exactly two months after the Eaton fire ignited.—
Andrew J. Campa,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Mar. 2025
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Last Friday, James Bergeron, the acting under secretary at the Education Department, sent a letter to colleges attempting to allay their worries about the layoffs.—
Zachary Schermele,
USA TODAY,
21 Mar. 2025
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Some Tesla shareholders have expressed worry about the situation.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
21 Mar. 2025
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“Headache.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/headache. Accessed 31 Mar. 2025.
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