irked
Example Sentences
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They announced the search for a new jersey patch sponsor and sent out season ticket renewal notices that irked fans facing high markups.
From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026
Hegseth was also reportedly irked by Phelan communicating directly on the matter with Trump, which Hegseth took to be a slight.
From Salon • May 1, 2026
But it was the removal of wartime leader Churchill that particularly irked politicians.
From BBC • Mar. 14, 2026
Those distractions have irked young bankers nearly as much as the loss of prized perks that were cut off last year.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 18, 2026
I resented Lena Jamison because she had taken me away from Adele, and it still irked me that Miles Ferris had robbed me of my possessions.
From "Three Little Words: A Memoir" by Ashley Rhodes-Courter
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