1
as in pests
one who is obnoxiously annoying
the new neighbor is threatening to become a nuisance, dropping in on us several times a day
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2
as in headaches
something that is a source of irritation
folding up this map correctly is such a nuisance
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Noun
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Use a mild soapy solution to wash indoor foliage to remove dust and control pests.—
Tom MacCubbin,
Orlando Sentinel,
28 Dec. 2024 -
Caterpillars are common cool season pests; control by handpicking or natural sprays.—
Tom MacCubbin,
Orlando Sentinel,
28 Dec. 2024
Noun
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Unfortunately, a year after the rollout of DSO, Bayer’s headaches remain.—
Chris Westfall,
Forbes,
7 Jan. 2025
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Common symptoms include cough, headaches, sneezing, runny nose, and congestion.—
Tom Gavin,
EverydayHealth.com,
7 Jan. 2025
Noun
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The Hightail also has drastically reduced maintenance needs, which remove frequent annoyances like engine rebuilds, oil changes, and air filter replacements.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
16 Dec. 2024
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Much of the testimony, as is typical when corporate figures are summoned before Congress to discuss the public’s annoyances with their industries, was slippery.—
Melvin Backman,
Quartz,
4 Dec. 2024
Noun
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Kim, the Korean American artist, who is deaf, shared in an email that the billboard reflected personal frustrations.—
Travis Diehl,
New York Times,
8 Jan. 2025
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There have been frustrations with how things have panned out on the court, and the body language of the group was concerning in a loss in Detroit on Saturday.—
Jon Krawczynski,
The Athletic,
7 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Protection From Environmental Factors Protect your hands from environmental irritants by wearing good-quality gloves or mittens in cold, dry weather.—
Carrie Madormo, RN,
Health,
24 Dec. 2024
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Avoid direct contact with chemicals and any other irritants.—
Carrie Madormo, RN,
Health,
24 Dec. 2024
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