peeved

Example Sentences

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“It sounds like a competitor’s just peeved that they’re losing market share,” Kershner said, “and maybe they’re grasping at straws.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 9, 2026

Voters attracted to Reform don't come from any one political tribe, but ask pollsters and they share a sentiment – they're pretty peeved with the UK in 2025.

From BBC • Jan. 4, 2025

He pulls a “do you know who I am” whenever he gets peeved, which is a lot.

From Slate • Nov. 21, 2024

Legitimately peeved about Barkley’s interruption, O’Neal refused to answer Johnson’s question about the playoff series.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 24, 2024

It was a strange demand, but nothing peeved Clare more than when he was trying to usher a wandering soul and they bucked against his every little request.

From "The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest" by Aubrey Hartman