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
If there is no irritation after a few seconds, the product may be safe to use.
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Celeste Polanco, Essence, 18 Feb. 2025
Health officials advise monitoring for symptoms including eye redness or irritation (conjunctivitis), cough, sore throat, sneezing, runny/stuffy nose, muscle/body aches, headaches, fatigue, fever, trouble breathing, diarrhea, nausea and/or vomiting.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 16 Feb. 2025
Together, these chemicals increase rates of asthma, chronic respiratory disease, stroke, skin irritation, headaches, heart disease and heart attacks among local residents.
—Lisa Boyd, Baltimore Sun, 15 Feb. 2025
For example, ginger, which is well-studied, can cause side effects like stomach pain, heartburn, diarrhea, and mouth or throat irritation, especially when taken in large doses.
—Johna Burdeos, Health, 10 Feb. 2025
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Celeste Polanco, Essence, 18 Feb. 2025
Health officials advise monitoring for symptoms including eye redness or irritation (conjunctivitis), cough, sore throat, sneezing, runny/stuffy nose, muscle/body aches, headaches, fatigue, fever, trouble breathing, diarrhea, nausea and/or vomiting.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 16 Feb. 2025
Together, these chemicals increase rates of asthma, chronic respiratory disease, stroke, skin irritation, headaches, heart disease and heart attacks among local residents.
—Lisa Boyd, Baltimore Sun, 15 Feb. 2025
For example, ginger, which is well-studied, can cause side effects like stomach pain, heartburn, diarrhea, and mouth or throat irritation, especially when taken in large doses.
—Johna Burdeos, Health, 10 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for irritation
Noun
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The meeting created a lot of anxiety and frustration in the Ukrainian government, which is concerned about a U.S.-Russian deal behind Kyiv's back.—
Barak Ravid,
Axios,
16 Feb. 2025
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But as Dougherty Valley continued to miss shots, the frustration started to show.—
Nathan Canilao,
The Mercury News,
16 Feb. 2025
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The former Modern Family star couldn't help but playfully express her exasperation with Foster being named the winner of Best Female Actor in a Television Limited Series, Anthology Series or Television Film for her role in True Detective: Night Country.—
Kevin Lynn,
Newsweek,
6 Jan. 2025
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The midfielder, born in the north Liverpool suburb of West Derby and part of the academy since the age of five, still set up two of Everton’s three goals, but there were moments of visible frustration and several cries of exasperation when his runs forward were not found by a team-mate.—
Patrick Boyland,
The Athletic,
22 Jan. 2025
Noun
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However, archeologists have found that ancient people had their own ways of coping with bugs, rodents, and other annoyances.—
Emilie Le Beau Lucchesi,
Discover Magazine,
14 Feb. 2025
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Woman’s Observation About Everyday Frustration Goes Viral By Rachael O'Connor Life and Trends Reporter 1 A woman has gone viral for showcasing an everyday dressing annoyance that has resonated with millions.—
Michael Gfoeller And David H. Rundell,
Newsweek,
16 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Emmitt Smith is the latest franchise great to express displeasure with longtime team owner Jerry Jones' decision to enter the 2025 season with Schottenheimer at the helm.—
Chantz Martin,
Fox News,
13 Feb. 2025
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The prior proposal did not adequately address these concerns and the residents made their displeasure known.—
Naperville Sun,
Chicago Tribune,
12 Feb. 2025
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Her character, psychotherapist and grief specialist Dr. Gabriela Torabi, was revealed to be the architect of the post-apocalyptic world where the show takes place.—
Jackie Strause,
The Hollywood Reporter,
19 Feb. 2025
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Tompa’s superb performance outlines the better version of herself that Orsolya would like to be, not least through her sincere, searching expressions of grief, but that integrity is often blurred by glibness and complacency.—
Guy Lodge,
Variety,
19 Feb. 2025
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“Irritation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/irritation. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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