1
as in plague
a widespread disease resulting in a high rate of death
one of the great pests of the 20th century was the influenza epidemic of 1918, which killed millions across the globe
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2
as in nuisance
one who is obnoxiously annoying
stop being a pest to your sister and go find something else to do
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3
as in headache
something that is a source of irritation
a never-ending construction project that continues to be a pest for motorists
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Recent Examples of pest
State officials later found the rescue wasn’t following rules for cleaning, ventilation, removing waste, pest control, properly storing food or using adequate-sized enclosures, according to state reports.
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Graeme Taskerud, Denver Post, 25 Mar. 2025
Last May, residents of Independence Towers unionized with KC Tenants after the building’s hot water system was down for two weeks, following months of serious plumbing, heating and cooling, and pest control issues.
—Robert A. Cronkleton, Kansas City Star, 21 Mar. 2025
Common Problems Platinum Beauty™ Lomandra is not bothered by any major pest or disease problems.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 19 Mar. 2025
Residents of Independence towers unionized with KC Tenants in May after the building’s hot water system was down for two weeks, following months of serious plumbing, heating and cooling, and pest control issues.
—Robert A. Cronkleton, Kansas City Star, 19 Mar. 2025
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Graeme Taskerud, Denver Post, 25 Mar. 2025
Last May, residents of Independence Towers unionized with KC Tenants after the building’s hot water system was down for two weeks, following months of serious plumbing, heating and cooling, and pest control issues.
—Robert A. Cronkleton, Kansas City Star, 21 Mar. 2025
Common Problems Platinum Beauty™ Lomandra is not bothered by any major pest or disease problems.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 19 Mar. 2025
Residents of Independence towers unionized with KC Tenants in May after the building’s hot water system was down for two weeks, following months of serious plumbing, heating and cooling, and pest control issues.
—Robert A. Cronkleton, Kansas City Star, 19 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pest
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At the peak of the injury plague striking the Magic in January, third-year pro Caleb Houstan served as a spot-starter and joined Orlando‘s rotation as part of the second unit.—
Jason Beede,
The Orlando Sentinel,
31 Mar. 2025
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On the north side of this strong storm system, wintry precipitation continues to plague parts of the Upper Midwest, Great Lakes and New England.—
Mirna Alsharif,
NBC news,
30 Mar. 2025
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Several hundred additional complaints by public school districts across the US claim the platforms have created a public nuisance that’s undermining the educational system.—
Bloomberg,
Mercury News,
4 Apr. 2025
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At first, the un-washable Fisk murals are a nuisance to the new mayor, but there are ways to take advantage of the situation.—
Ben Rosenstock,
Vulture,
25 Mar. 2025
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Early signs of the disease include fatigue, fever and muscle aches, while half of all HPS patients also go through headaches, dizziness, chills and abdominal pain.—
Ingrid Vasquez,
People.com,
5 Apr. 2025
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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says the most common issues are headaches, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, chest pain and confusion.—
Dr. Mishal Reja,
ABC News,
3 Apr. 2025
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The human invaders as usual are a major threat to Pandora in an existential sense, plus former military guy/Na'vi villain Colonel Quaritch (Stephen Lang) is a constant thorn in their sides.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
4 Apr. 2025
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Judges' grants of nationwide relief have been a thorn in the administration's side since Trump took office in January.—
Christina Gatti,
NPR,
4 Apr. 2025
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John replied with annoyance, and the conversation ultimately ended with McCartney abruptly hanging up on him.—
Kim Willis,
USA Today,
8 Apr. 2025
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There’s no hint of the speaker’s apparent annoyance in this delightful, whip-smart number.—
Hannah Edgar,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Apr. 2025
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With his fourth corner 3-pointer in as many tries — three of them launched in front of OKC’s meddling sideline — Watson spun around and trash-talked his irritants, gleefully backpedaling to the end of the floor that he’s actually meant to dominate.—
Bennett Durando,
The Denver Post,
12 Mar. 2025
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Sometimes, other irritants can be fueling the constant mucus flow, says Dr. Van Groningen.—
Katie Bowles,
SELF,
25 Feb. 2025
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Jeff: When meeting with reporters on Wednesday, Chastain indicated he was mystified and offended by Logano’s post-race comments expressing frustration with the Trackhouse Racing driver.—
Jeff Gluck,
New York Times,
5 Apr. 2025
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Several owners of food and drink establishments have spoken with The Star in recent months to share their frustrations about property crimes affecting businesses across Kansas City.—
Ilana Arougheti,
Kansas City Star,
4 Apr. 2025
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“Pest.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pest. Accessed 14 Apr. 2025.
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