- present participle of irritate.
irritating
Example Sentences
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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
A government source said the upgrade would "rocket boost connectivity on every main line train in Britain over the next few years, tackling both slow speeds and irritating not-spots".
From BBC • May 26, 2026
The EPA says methyl methacrylate is irritating to the skin, eyes, and mucous membranes in humans.
From Barron's • May 24, 2026
Tinnitus can range from mildly irritating to severely distressing.
From Science Daily • May 15, 2026
Thomas had to suppress a groan—this was getting irritating.
From "The Maze Runner" by James Dashner
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