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irritation

[ir-i-tey-shuhn] / ˌɪr ɪˈteɪ ʃən /




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There were also reports of skin irritation, eye irritation and infections allegedly associated with the use of the wipes.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

Their tiny hairs contain toxins that may lead to itchy skin rashes, sore throats, breathing difficulties and eye irritation if touched or inhaled.

From BBC • May 28, 2026

“I want them to express either a frustration or an irritation in honest dialogue, and quite frankly, I’m getting it.”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

He left in the sixth because of irritation in his left wrist — the same wrist he fractured on April 25.

From Los Angeles Times • May 16, 2026

I snapped, his anger spurring me into irritation of my own.

From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros




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