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 US Environmental Protection Agency says methyl methacrylate is irritating to the skin, eyes, and mucous membranes in humans.

From Barron's • May 23, 2026

Tinnitus can range from mildly irritating to severely distressing.

From Science Daily • May 15, 2026

That was why, that afternoon I was reading Daniel Deronda on the grass and Ruth was being irritating, I decided it was time someone pointed it out to her.

From "Never Let Me Go" by Kazuo Ishiguro