irritating

Example Sentences

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Yes, this host of self-promoting reminders masked as birthday wishes had an artificial, irritating aspect.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 2, 2026

Mayor Karen Bass declared a state of emergency after a stubborn warehouse fire at a cold storage facility sent irritating smoke across the region.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 20, 2026

That WWE ring sees unexpected action late Sunday afternoon, while MMA fighter and professional annoying person Logan Paul is taping an especially irritating episode of his Impaulsive podcast.

From Slate • Jun. 16, 2026

For nearly 60 years, “60 Minutes” has stood apart because of its stubborn independence and commitment to irritating powerful people.

From Salon • Jun. 1, 2026

The rising sun shone through Jack’s eyelids, irritating him just enough to wake him up.

From "Half Upon a Time" by James Riley