irritation

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Short-term exposure by inhalation can cause headaches, dizziness, nausea, fatigue respiratory irritation and other adverse health effects, according to the federal Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 13, 2026

As a menthol analogue, it activates the cooling pathway, which helps stimulate tear production and relieve irritation.

From Science Daily • Mar. 8, 2026

What is the alternative, she asked reporters in January with a flash of irritation.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 17, 2026

But it started to feel, for Manchester United, Ilett's long wait for the club to win five games in a row had become an unwanted irritation.

From BBC • Feb. 10, 2026

For the first time, Kamau met his gaze directly, and Ekon was surprised to see clear irritation in his brother’s eyes.

From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray