- present participle of nag.
nagging
Example Sentences
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SYDNEY—The Reserve Bank of New Zealand raised interest rates Wednesday in what appeared to be a tentative move by policy makers to combat nagging inflation pressures.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 8, 2026
One factor nagging SpaceX investors is the company’s plan, confirmed on Monday, to offer senior unsecured notes to raise cash and pay off a $20 billion bridge loan.
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 23, 2026
Southampton should be starting preparations for the richest game in English football in 10 days' time, but there remains a nagging doubt.
From BBC ● May 13, 2026
The 6-foot-7 forward hadn’t played more than 66 games in a season during his first three years in the NBA, often beset by nagging or unlucky injuries.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 13, 2026
But more than that—more than simple curiosity—I had a nagging need to know what I didn’t know.
From "Beyond the Bright Sea" by Lauren Wolk
