as in headache
something that is a source of irritation
the whining child was a constant irritant to his long-suffering parents
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Recent Examples of irritant
Brushing helps spread the oils their skin produces, keeping your kitty’s coat shiny and free of irritants.
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Lisa Bloch, The Mercury News, 15 Oct. 2024
The botanical extracts in this 100% natural-origin formula help both maintain skin’s natural lipid barrier with polysaccharides as well as defend against irritants thanks to extracts from plants native to harsh climates.
—Katie Becker, Vogue, 1 Oct. 2024
Avoid using harsh products on your face and lips, including fragrances and other irritants.
—Ann Pietrangelo, Verywell Health, 1 Oct. 2024
All wounds heal faster in clean, moist environments, and this thick occlusive (the main ingredient in Vaseline and Aquaphor) will not only lock in hydration, but also protect the open wound from potential irritants like sweat and bacteria.
—Jenna Ryu, SELF, 11 Oct. 2024
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Lisa Bloch, The Mercury News, 15 Oct. 2024
The botanical extracts in this 100% natural-origin formula help both maintain skin’s natural lipid barrier with polysaccharides as well as defend against irritants thanks to extracts from plants native to harsh climates.
—Katie Becker, Vogue, 1 Oct. 2024
Avoid using harsh products on your face and lips, including fragrances and other irritants.
—Ann Pietrangelo, Verywell Health, 1 Oct. 2024
All wounds heal faster in clean, moist environments, and this thick occlusive (the main ingredient in Vaseline and Aquaphor) will not only lock in hydration, but also protect the open wound from potential irritants like sweat and bacteria.
—Jenna Ryu, SELF, 11 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for irritant
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The symptoms of influenza A vary from person to person and depend on subtype, but generally consist of coughing, runny or stuffy nose, sneezing, sore throat, fever, headache, fatigue and body aches.Andy Biggs, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
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The last minute maneuvering has given some advisors and businesses whiplash—or at least a big headache.Kelly Phillips Erb, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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Roger Hallam, the co-founder of the group, is given a five-year term for conspiracy to cause public nuisance.The Week UK, theweek, 25 Dec. 2024
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Robert Redford delivers folksy wisdom as a local eccentric who once had his own dragon encounter, and even Karl Urban’s greedy logger is more of a nuisance than an outright villain.Josh Bell, Vulture, 20 Dec. 2024
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Several rabble-rousers who were a thorn in the leadership’s side are leaving the House, including Reps. Matt Rosendale (R-Mont.) and Bob Good (R-Va.).Filip Timotija, The Hill, 24 Dec. 2024
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Gone With the Wind Tonight’s finale is the best example yet of how the fire-making challenge continues to be a thorn in the New Era’s side.Joe Reid, Vulture, 18 Dec. 2024
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Republicans on Capitol Hill raised frustrations with the measure even before it was unveiled, and Trump and Vice President-elect JD Vance on Wednesday afternoon added the final nail to the coffin.Mychael Schnell, The Hill, 24 Dec. 2024
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In the film, chunks of the audience are cheering, jeering, or crying, in joy or frustration regarding Dylan’s decision to trade folk for rock music, or because of the poor sound quality.Brady Gerber, Vulture, 24 Dec. 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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“Irritant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/irritant. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.
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