as in headache
something that is a source of irritation
your constant questions are a thorn in my side
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Recent Examples of thorn
Every detail aligned with the central motif of the rose—even the bag handles were accented with thorns.
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Kristen Bateman, Vogue, 8 Mar. 2025
Because of that, the switchbacks are mostly covered in chunks of wood and small branches, some with thorns.
—Jaclyn Cosgrove, Los Angeles Times, 6 Mar. 2025
However, officials warn that H5N1 is lethal to cats
For now, the virus remains mostly a thorn in the side of U.S. consumers fed up with inflation.
—Anne Marie Lee, CBS News, 29 Jan. 2025
Bening will play Priscilla, who in the novel is a thief and a thorn in Lucky’s side.
—Rick Porter, The Hollywood Reporter, 29 Jan. 2025
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Kristen Bateman, Vogue, 8 Mar. 2025
Because of that, the switchbacks are mostly covered in chunks of wood and small branches, some with thorns.
—Jaclyn Cosgrove, Los Angeles Times, 6 Mar. 2025
However, officials warn that H5N1 is lethal to cats
For now, the virus remains mostly a thorn in the side of U.S. consumers fed up with inflation.
—Anne Marie Lee, CBS News, 29 Jan. 2025
Bening will play Priscilla, who in the novel is a thief and a thorn in Lucky’s side.
—Rick Porter, The Hollywood Reporter, 29 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for thorn
Noun
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Avantree Cord Organizer $7 at Amazon Cord clutter is a universal travel headache.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
23 Mar. 2025
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While blazes like this one can be a major headache for people, fire is also a critical part of South Florida’s ecosystem — particularly the Everglades.—
Alex Harris,
Miami Herald,
22 Mar. 2025
Noun
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In a meeting that month which Dahl recorded, Turner referred to Williams as a nuisance who had already been dealt with.—
Ronan Farrow,
The New Yorker,
24 Mar. 2025
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However, residents argue that the alligator, who had been sunning beside a pond on the property for more than a decade, was not a nuisance but that his fate was in fact decided by the new management, who thought the wild animal posed a risk to residents.—
Saman Shafiq,
USA TODAY,
18 Mar. 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
Noun
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Kurt’s key takeaways Taking a few minutes to protect your data and devices today can save you hours of frustration, heartache and financial loss tomorrow.—
Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report,
Fox News,
22 Mar. 2025
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In one post, a former colleague expresses frustration that the book seems to take credit for his efforts at the company.—
Charlie Warzel,
The Atlantic,
22 Mar. 2025
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Meat fell from the bone of the ribs, had a nice smoke ring and a hearty dry rub crust.—
Worth Sparkman,
Axios,
27 Jan. 2025
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As the cartilage wears away, bone rubs on bone, causing pain, discomfort, and stiffness at the top of the shoulder.10 Cervical degenerative disc disease: Spinal discs that provide cushioning between the neck vertebrae (bones) wear away, lose height, or collapse, leading to nerve compression.—
Lindsay Curtis,
Health,
31 Dec. 2024
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“Thorn.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/thorn. Accessed 1 Apr. 2025.
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