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aggravation

[ag-ruh-vey-shuhn] / ˌæg rəˈveɪ ʃən /




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The stop-start feature helps lower emissions—and raises Americans’ aggravation.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

It’s not the hassles and aggravation that most people put up with.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 15, 2026

The Milan court found that no aggravation had been involved as a consumer group had withdrawn its original complaint.

From BBC • Jan. 14, 2026

“The risk of reinjury or aggravation is higher during the initial phase, when movement is being reintroduced.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 25, 2025

After enough aggravation, he’d retreat into his shell and harden over, and that would be the end of it.

From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros




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