annoying

Example Sentences

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But homing in on the annoying and self-defeating aspects of it misses the real story of how the movement changed American society, and the world, for the better—and how Lindy West did too.

From Slate • Mar. 31, 2026

"I'll be a bit clumsy up there -- so I know that's going to be hilarious and annoying at the same time."

From Barron's • Mar. 27, 2026

George says issues with his bladder have been the "most annoying" as he sometimes has to get up four or five times a night to use the toilet - a problem known as nocturia.

From BBC • Mar. 19, 2026

“The legal headaches might be annoying enough that Tesla might want to buy the other company off.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 16, 2026

At the top of the stairs, Frederick Seward, satisfied at turning away an annoying pest, took his eyes off Powell and headed for his room.

From "Chasing Lincoln's Killer" by James L. Swanson