as in frustration
the feeling of impatience or anger caused by another's repeated disagreeable acts
Dad's general irritation at the incessant complaining coming from the back seat of the car
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Recent Examples of irritation
Additionally, fans of the bra love that having no straps means less irritation overall.
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Shalwah Evans, People.com, 3 Aug. 2025
Particles from the Canadian wildfire smoke can cause minor symptoms, such as mild eye or throat irritation, or more serious heart and lung issues in some cases, according to the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources.
—Jack Albright, jsonline.com, 2 Aug. 2025
According to reports in the Tribune, the fine particulate matter from wildfire smoke can cause irritation of the eyes and respiratory system, with symptoms mimicking allergies or the common cold.
—Rebecca Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 1 Aug. 2025
Meanwhile, panthenol and castor oil calm things down, soothing itchy irritation with ease.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 1 Aug. 2025
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Shalwah Evans, People.com, 3 Aug. 2025
Particles from the Canadian wildfire smoke can cause minor symptoms, such as mild eye or throat irritation, or more serious heart and lung issues in some cases, according to the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources.
—Jack Albright, jsonline.com, 2 Aug. 2025
According to reports in the Tribune, the fine particulate matter from wildfire smoke can cause irritation of the eyes and respiratory system, with symptoms mimicking allergies or the common cold.
—Rebecca Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 1 Aug. 2025
Meanwhile, panthenol and castor oil calm things down, soothing itchy irritation with ease.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 1 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for irritation
Noun
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Trump's frustration with Putin appeared to be building as Moscow expanded its ground and long-range strike operations in recent months.—
David Brennan,
ABC News,
15 Aug. 2025
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Trump in recent weeks has expressed frustration with Russia as the war continues, and Friday's meeting could have key implication for peace talks as well as Russia-U.S. relations.—
Andrew Stanton,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 Aug. 2025
Noun
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But banishing the amusingly furious grumpiness of the character as written for and played by Danny DeVito flattens the friendship between him and Hercules because beyond a little early exasperation, the relationship – and by extension, the whole show – has no texture.—
David Benedict,
Variety,
24 June 2025
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My friends and family, who tended to house these errant books, generally handled the influx with a mix of good-natured exasperation and resignation.—
Jack Barlow,
Christian Science Monitor,
18 June 2025
Noun
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But 20 near the ware washing area crosses the line from annoyance to swarm.—
David J. Neal
August 1,
Miami Herald,
1 Aug. 2025
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Add in some more baffling decisions on top of that, and what should have been an easy layup is yet again another series of annoyances.—
Paul Tassi,
Forbes.com,
30 July 2025
Noun
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But the past six months or so have also seen complications over the renewal of his contract, with the displeasure generated by that undoubtedly a factor that has affected performances on the pitch.—
Mario Cortegana,
New York Times,
9 Aug. 2025
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Noem’s displeasure with South Park comes two weeks after the White House released a statement regarding Trump’s portrayal in the season premiere.—
Andy Swift,
TVLine,
8 Aug. 2025
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Quietly elegiac and lushly romantic, this beloved piece captures the play’s contemplative pace and the sense of grief and yearning that runs throughout.—
Emily McClanathan,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Aug. 2025
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Inspired by the director’s late friend Valentina, the film offers a personal perspective on grief and closure.—
Anna Marie de la Fuente,
Variety,
18 Aug. 2025
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“Irritation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/irritation. Accessed 22 Aug. 2025.
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