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  • present participle of vex.
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vexing

[vek-sing] / ˈvɛk sɪŋ /
























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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

Probably the most vexing food crisis was at Chipotle because there were repeat incidents spanning more than one-and-a-half years.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 10, 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

And this week, he spoke about another issue vexing him: men’s sperm count.

From Salon ● May 15, 2026

Georgina hailed from Delaware and had that vexing way of Delaware ladies, delighting in puzzles.

From "The Underground Railroad: A Novel" by Colson Whitehead




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