thorns

noun

Definition of thornsnext
plural of thorn
as in headaches
something that is a source of irritation your constant questions are a thorn in my side

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  1. headaches
  2. frustrations
  3. irritants
Noun
  • Lula underwent surgery for an intracranial hemorrhage after the 79-year-old leader complained of headaches that doctors believed to be the result of a fall in a bathroom at his home in October.
    Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
  • There can be side effects from supplementation, such as bad-smelling breath and sweat and headaches, as well as digestive issues such as heartburn, nausea or diarrhea, Harvard’s site stated.
    Sandee LaMotte, CNN, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of headaches
Noun
  • Remind Groups Of Shared Goals Communications leaders can remind both internal and external stakeholders what the common goal is to redirect frustrations into a harmonious resolution.
    Expert Panel®, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
  • With Mangione's background in mind, some are questioning whether his frustrations with his own health and the healthcare system may have contributed to the fatal event.
    Amanda Castro, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of frustrations
Noun
  • Touching it with your bare hands may not be a good idea for this reason and because the plant can absorb allergens and irritants if it’s lived in the same place for a long stretch of time.
    Mary Catherine McAnnally Scott, Southern Living, 27 Nov. 2024
  • More than 31 million Americans have eczema, which is typically caused by an overactive immune system that results in skin inflammation in response to allergens and/or irritants.
    Lynya Floyd, SELF, 18 Oct. 2024
Definition of irritants
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