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as in harassment
the act of making unwelcome intrusions upon another
the repeated vexations guaranteed that she wouldn't get any work done
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as in frustration
the feeling of impatience or anger caused by another's repeated disagreeable acts
he suppressed his rising vexation and answered as politely as he could
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as in headache
something that is a source of irritation
add cell phones to the list of vexations that theatergoers have to contend with
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Recent Examples of vexation
The perception of Biden as ineffective has been a source of much vexation in the President’s camp, and the subject of many an op-ed column and blog post.
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James Lardner, The New Yorker, 21 June 2024
No single reason was blamed for New York’s vacancy vexation, but a rise in retail theft was raised repeatedly.
—Téa Kvetenadze, New York Daily News, 17 Apr. 2024
Alex’s sixty-minute set consisted of witty rants on the quotidian vexations of life, such as squabbles with Internet bullies and an awkward first date.
—Chang Che, The New Yorker, 26 Mar. 2024
Other cities have been more vocal about their vexations with robot vehicles.
—Aarian Marshall, WIRED, 4 Jan. 2024
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James Lardner, The New Yorker, 21 June 2024
No single reason was blamed for New York’s vacancy vexation, but a rise in retail theft was raised repeatedly.
—Téa Kvetenadze, New York Daily News, 17 Apr. 2024
Alex’s sixty-minute set consisted of witty rants on the quotidian vexations of life, such as squabbles with Internet bullies and an awkward first date.
—Chang Che, The New Yorker, 26 Mar. 2024
Other cities have been more vocal about their vexations with robot vehicles.
—Aarian Marshall, WIRED, 4 Jan. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for vexation
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As Venus and Mars clash, avoid taking frustration out on colleagues.USA TODAY, USA TODAY, 12 Dec. 2024
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While frustration has mounted in recent years with Boston’s lack of big moves, reduced payroll and having missed the postseason in five of the last six seasons, the wheels are turning toward contention.Ken Rosenthal, The Athletic, 12 Dec. 2024
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That was until a throbbing headache set in, said Covert, 18.Erika Edwards, NBC News, 12 Dec. 2024
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Symptoms linked to the mystery disease include fever, headaches, coughing and anemia, raising concerns about the Congo's limited medical infrastructure.Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 12 Dec. 2024
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New data gathered by Winstons Beds, which aggregates information from a variety of different noise sources, assigned each state in the U.S. a noise score, revealing which states have the most background disturbances.Stephan Pechdimaldji, Newsweek, 13 Dec. 2024
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There were 18 shootings involving Indianapolis police in 2023. Dec. 4: A person carrying a machete was shot by police responding to a disturbance with a weapon at an industrial park off Brookville Road on the city's southeast side.Ryan Murphy, The Indianapolis Star, 12 Dec. 2024
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Its nourishing, moisturizing formula designed for sensitive skin instantly and noticeably hydrated our skin without any irritation.L.A. Hubilla, People.com, 9 Dec. 2024
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The symptoms, which included breathing difficulties, eye irritation and nosebleeds, were traced to high levels of formaldehyde.Sharon Lerner and Al Shaw, CNN, 5 Dec. 2024
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The cat must be happy in their environment to thrive, so animal coordinators on movie sets must ensure that studio temperature, cast and crew interactions, and the moving of objects aren't a nuisance to the cat.Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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Muscle cramps can be a nuisance, but there are ways to relieve the pain and discomfort.Laura Schober, Health, 8 Dec. 2024
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The annoyance is really the side effect or collateral damage to a presumably reasonable activity.Caleb Harris, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
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The week’s biggest stories (Christina House / Los Angeles Times) A look at Kamala Harris’ roots in California Living on the same block as Harris is a delight and an annoyance, her Brentwood neighbors say.Hunter Clauss, Los Angeles Times, 19 Oct. 2024
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During the early breakfast routine, where Wallace emphasizes invention over personal interaction, Gromit reveals subtle exasperation.Bill Desowitz, IndieWire, 21 Nov. 2024
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Meanwhile, Taylor Swift's support of her partner last season brought a flood of media attention—much to the exasperation of some football fans.Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024
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Chaos has convulsed the heart of the European Union whose sanctions and military support for Kyiv have proven to be a thorn in the side of Putin's intentions.Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 8 Dec. 2024
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Home to brands such as Kim Crawford and Meiomi wines and Casa Noble and Mi Campo tequilas, the business has been a thorn in Constellation’s side.Paulina Likos, CNBC, 3 Dec. 2024
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“Vexation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vexation. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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