frustrated

Example Sentences

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At times, Kennedy fired back, frustrated that Democrats were not allowing him time to respond.

From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026

But I am frustrated as a medical doctor that a complex issue like fertility—and the trumped-up threat of small penises and “population collapse”—was hijacked without scientific merit as the main argument against plastic.

From Slate • Apr. 16, 2026

This is a reflection of the K-shaped economy, in which many homeowners think the current economy is fine, while renters feel frustrated they cannot buy a home, Yun said.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 13, 2026

She calls her accent “a war crime,” and grows frustrated in class that she can’t easily explain what she’s thinking and feeling in her halting English.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 11, 2026

And if I ever got frustrated about messing up, she’d say, “This is supposed to be fun, Gracie. Just enjoy it!”

From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison