annoyance
Example Sentences
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Handsome looked up from his brushing and weed-untangling, first in surprise and then in annoyance.
From Literature
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When I started my journey, it was as if all the obstacles in my way weren’t really obstacles at all —just minor annoyances.
From Literature
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He felt the annoyance bubbling up, stronger than ever.
From Literature
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The actor joked he always made time to talk to fans about the football club he co-owns - much to the annoyance of his three daughters and son.
From BBC
Then, as if the whole situation were an annoyance he wanted to be done with, he snapped, "Take the side door. It will get you home faster."
From Literature
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