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
Israeli authorities have long regarded the International Solidarity Movement as a thorn in their side, sometimes seeking to halt entry of foreign activists who travel to the Palestinian territories via Israel to participate in its protests.
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Laura King, Los Angeles Times, 9 Sep. 2024
But the issues of policy may prove to be a consistent thorn in Harris’s side.
—Jane Thier, Fortune, 25 Oct. 2024
The bond market has been a thorn in the side of equities lately.
—Jim Cramer, CNBC, 25 Oct. 2024
His decades-long ties to China have been a thorn in the Harris campaign's side.
—Cameron Cawthorne, Fox News, 16 Oct. 2024
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Laura King, Los Angeles Times, 9 Sep. 2024
But the issues of policy may prove to be a consistent thorn in Harris’s side.
—Jane Thier, Fortune, 25 Oct. 2024
The bond market has been a thorn in the side of equities lately.
—Jim Cramer, CNBC, 25 Oct. 2024
His decades-long ties to China have been a thorn in the Harris campaign's side.
—Cameron Cawthorne, Fox News, 16 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for thorn
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Exposure to high concentrations can cause people to lose consciousness and can lead to long-term effects such as headaches, poor attention span, poor memory and poor motor function, according to the Environmental Protection Agency.Noelle Phillips, The Denver Post, 15 Nov. 2024
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Common symptoms include a runny or stuffy nose, sore throat, sneezing, coughing, mild headache, and a low-grade fever.Brandi Jones, MSN-Ed, Health, 31 Oct. 2024
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In journalism circles, Mezrich is known as one of the great nuisances of modern nonfiction — a man who has built his career making things up.Simon van Zuylen-Wood, Vulture, 1 Nov. 2024
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The county contends the plastic pollution traced to products made by the companies constitutes a public nuisance that they must be forced to redress.Nate Raymond, USA TODAY, 1 Nov. 2024
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Avoid using harsh products on your face and lips, including fragrances and other irritants.Ann Pietrangelo, Verywell Health, 1 Oct. 2024
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All wounds heal faster in clean, moist environments, and this thick occlusive (the main ingredient in Vaseline and Aquaphor) will not only lock in hydration, but also protect the open wound from potential irritants like sweat and bacteria.Jenna Ryu, SELF, 11 Oct. 2024
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But with crucial deadlines and the land deal itself hanging in the balance, the county’s apparent lack of movement was a source of frustration at Tuesday’s supervisors meeting.Shomik Mukherjee, The Mercury News, 12 Nov. 2024
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Voter frustrations with the economy and immigration are fueling Trump’s slight advantage among Arizona voters.Stephanie Murray, The Arizona Republic, 5 Nov. 2024
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The dry rub is for Alta Adams’ brisket as well as the ribs at recently opened Locol.Stephanie Breijo, Los Angeles Times, 3 Nov. 2024
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In there might lay the real rub here for the Menendez brothers and for George Gascón.Dominic Patten, Deadline, 30 Oct. 2024
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“Thorn.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/thorn. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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