nuisance

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

In an update on Saturday afternoon, the force said two protesters had been arrested on suspicion of criminal damage and causing a public nuisance after allegedly attempting to climb pillars near Trafalgar Square.

From BBC • Mar. 28, 2026

Throughout November and December, people had come to Quirky and placed sticky notes on the door saying the store was not a nuisance.

From Slate • Mar. 25, 2026

Khalil Mack will continue to be a nuisance for opposing quarterbacks for at least one more season.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 7, 2026

Greenpeace International in 2025 announced plans to counter-sue Energy Transfer in the Netherlands, where the NGO's international headquarters are, accusing the company of using nuisance lawsuits to suppress dissent.

From Barron's • Feb. 27, 2026

So Mr. Popper, who never liked to be a nuisance to anyone, always took taxis instead.

From "Mr. Popper's Penguins" by Florence Atwater and Richard Atwater