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  • present participle of vex.
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vexing

[vek-sing] / ˈvɛk sɪŋ /
























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Yet finding the right winners, and sizing them appropriately, in a trade that seems increasingly crowded, has been vexing for even seasoned investment managers.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 20, 2026

Roy, 34, campaigns with an aura of sunny progressive pragmatism, arguing that the city can rein in ballooning liability in part by tackling its vexing infrastructure issues.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 27, 2026

She also believed that Oklahoma’s justice system had thrown the book at Walters as a convenient way to clear a vexing case.

From Slate ● Sep. 17, 2026

I have some exciting editions planned, but I also want to hear from you: What money matters are vexing you?

From MarketWatch ● Jul. 21, 2026

It was the “acting like a lady” term of the equation that was so vexing.

From "Hidden Figures" by Margot Lee Shetterly


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