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as in headache
something that is a source of irritation
bad spelling is a constant frustration to language-arts teachers
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as in disappointment
the emotion felt when one's expectations are not met
the kids couldn't hide their frustration when they couldn't get the electronic toy to work
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as in exasperation
the feeling of impatience or anger caused by another's repeated disagreeable acts
the professor's frustration with students who refused to consult the syllabus
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Recent Examples of frustration
The comic was partially inspired by Tamaki’s observations of students during teaching at the New York City School of Visual Arts, or just small frustrations.
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Kambole Campbell,
Variety,
23 June 2026
The frustration extends well beyond the Oversight Board’s comment process.
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Aditya Jadhav,
Interesting Engineering,
23 June 2026
The frustration is so widespread that new workforce trends are emerging, including reverse recruiting—paying someone to help land you a position.
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Aytekin Tank,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2026
This sentiment echoes national frustration among labor leaders in seeing major labor reforms stall out through previous democratic administrations.
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Paxton Honerkamp,
CNBC,
23 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for frustration
Kambole Campbell,
Variety,
23 June 2026
The frustration extends well beyond the Oversight Board’s comment process.
—
Aditya Jadhav,
Interesting Engineering,
23 June 2026
The frustration is so widespread that new workforce trends are emerging, including reverse recruiting—paying someone to help land you a position.
—
Aytekin Tank,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2026
This sentiment echoes national frustration among labor leaders in seeing major labor reforms stall out through previous democratic administrations.
—
Paxton Honerkamp,
CNBC,
23 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for frustration
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That’s when the real headache for businesses began, as customs checks, border controls and reams of paperwork came into force.
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But the move enabled Florida to lock in what will be one of the best top-six forward groups in the league, slotting Brady Tkachuck into the left wing spot on the second line alongside center Sam Bennett and right wing Matthew Tkachuk that will cause opponents major headaches.
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Buffalo State Pizza Company owner Philippe Lechevin expressed slight disappointment in the business his pizzeria and bar’s Crossroads location has seen in the two weeks since the World Cup began.
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Reaction among Lions fans in Detroit has ranged from shock to disappointment.
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The 20-second clip concluded with Lacob turning away from Dunleavy and throwing up his arms in apparent exasperation.
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On the first, the Napoli star was taken down by multiple defenders inside the box, leaving him again looking in exasperation at referee Ilgiz Tantashev.
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The Warriors don’t need a teenager who needs a map to find the weight room — some long-term project who turns tantalization into annoyance — just add time.
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SpongeBob and his best friend Patrick show care and loyalty to each other, as well as conflict, annoyance, and repair.
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Much to Iraq's dismay, Mbappé only has to beat one goalkeeper and not three.
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The sight of the lectern being carried out onto Downing Street, followed by the short, poignant farewell address, has taken on a ritual familiarity, with each departure colored by particular dismay.
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Ozone can cause respiratory irritation, trigger asthma attacks, worsen lung disease, harm lung tissue and even cause premature death.
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In worst-case scenarios, application of expired makeup could lead to irritation, breakouts, or eye infections.
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Someone decides what counts as cultivation and what counts as nuisance, what gets watered and what gets pulled, what belongs in the planned bed and what must be removed before visitors arrive.
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Many people view heat as an annual summer nuisance but have no reference for differentiating dangerous extreme events.
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There was a mixed reaction from the meeting as parents and community members packed the room to express their concerns and dissatisfaction with the decision.
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In Moscow, the situation is creating a public relations problem for the Kremlin, which is already facing growing internal dissatisfaction with Putin and war fatigue.
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“Frustration.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/frustration. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.
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