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adjective

Definition of nettlingnext
as in annoying
causing annoyance your constant sniffling is extremely nettling

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nettling

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verb

present participle of nettle
as in irritating
to disturb the peace of mind of (someone) especially by repeated disagreeable acts don't nettle your brother while he's trying to do his homework

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for nettling
  1. annoying
  2. irritating
  3. frustrating
  4. bothering
  5. disturbing
  6. aggravating
Adjective
  • But for Netflix’s biggest series, as annoying as this is, there are not exactly mountains of evidence that this matters for its biggest series.
    Paul Tassi, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
  • By Marci Robin December 19, 2024 Normally, know-it-alls are kind of annoying.
    Marci Robin, Allure, 19 Dec. 2024
Definition of annoying
Verb
  • This waterproof version of the brand's best-selling, clump-free formula can withstand heat, humidity, and any other moisture that may come your way without irritating sensitive eyes.
    Sarah Han, Allure, 24 Dec. 2024
  • A lot of anti-aging skincare contains ingredients like retinol that can be drying and irritating, but Cetaphil has a possible solution.
    Lauren Taylor, Southern Living, 19 Dec. 2024
Definition of irritating
Adjective
  • However, the past two seasons have been frustrating for Alexander, as injuries have plagued him since his career year in 2022.
    Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
  • The near silence from our own government over the past 12 days has been frustrating.
    Tony Hunter, Hartford Courant, 22 Dec. 2024
Definition of frustrating
Verb
  • Somehow, that doesn’t cure Guillermo’s melancholy, and the other vamps theorize about why this is bothering Guillermo so much.
    Dave Nemetz, TVLine, 16 Dec. 2024
  • Instead, focus on things like what's been bothering you in the past week, stress about an upcoming event, or a work incident that rubbed you the wrong way.
    Perri Ormont Blumberg, TIME, 13 Dec. 2024
Definition of bothering
Adjective
  • The most disturbing thing about the Red Wings’ place in the standings is not merely their win/loss totals.
    Max Bultman, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Jacob Cockcroft finds that one of the most disturbing parts of the case.
    Kyani Reid, NBC News, 22 Dec. 2024
Definition of disturbing
Adjective
  • In New York, first-degree murder is reserved for cases with certain aggravating factors, including terrorism.
    Jeanine Santucci, USA TODAY, 21 Dec. 2024
  • The maximum sentence for voluntary manslaughter is typically five years, but the aggravating factor could impact Zarka's sentence.
    Jenna Sundel, Newsweek, 18 Dec. 2024
Definition of aggravating
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