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as in headache
something that is a source of irritation
a reminder designed to prevent the aggravation of phones ringing during movies
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2
as in harassment
the act of making unwelcome intrusions upon another
the neighbors' constant aggravations prompted us to move out of town
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as in frustration
the feeling of impatience or anger caused by another's repeated disagreeable acts
informed her children that she didn't need the extra aggravation of hearing them fight in the back seat while they were stuck in traffic
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Recent Examples of aggravation
Power aggregation may cause aggravation Many Ohio residents are seeing their utility prices jump higher due to something that’s meant to keep them down: aggregation.
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Alexander Coolidge, Cincinnati Enquirer, 23 Sep. 2025
South Park continues its season-long aggravation of the Trump administration, which has been paying off in the ratings; the season 27 premiere saw the show get its biggest share in 25 years.
—Bethy Squires, Vulture, 21 Aug. 2025
Those include allergy symptoms such as coughing, sneezing and irritated eyes and skin, as well as respiratory issues like shortness of breath, chest tightness and aggravation of asthma or COPD.
—Madeline Heim, jsonline.com, 13 Aug. 2025
But the persistent Folsom resident takes a much firmer tone, apparently spurred by near-constant aggravation.
—Ariane Lange, Sacbee.com, 23 July 2025
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Alexander Coolidge, Cincinnati Enquirer, 23 Sep. 2025
South Park continues its season-long aggravation of the Trump administration, which has been paying off in the ratings; the season 27 premiere saw the show get its biggest share in 25 years.
—Bethy Squires, Vulture, 21 Aug. 2025
Those include allergy symptoms such as coughing, sneezing and irritated eyes and skin, as well as respiratory issues like shortness of breath, chest tightness and aggravation of asthma or COPD.
—Madeline Heim, jsonline.com, 13 Aug. 2025
But the persistent Folsom resident takes a much firmer tone, apparently spurred by near-constant aggravation.
—Ariane Lange, Sacbee.com, 23 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for aggravation
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For the patents on some of Novo Nordisk’s hero products in certain regions to be running out is an inevitable headache—companies can only hold them for so long before competitors are able to launch their own products.—
Eleanor Pringle,
Fortune,
6 Nov. 2025
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Symptoms may include diarrhea, cramps, nausea, headaches or other ailments.—
Anna Skinner,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 Nov. 2025
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Online attacks against Banda escalated after her recognition for FIFPRO Women's World 11, prompting the NWSL to issue a statement denouncing all forms of harassment and affirming support for Banda and all players.—
Anna Skinner,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 Nov. 2025
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Fortunately, Marty, posing as a federal agent here to arrest Lee for harassment, bursts through the One Well doors in the nick of time.—
Amanda Whiting,
Vulture,
5 Nov. 2025
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The thumping Republicans took in this week's elections reflected longer-running anger among constituencies that already leaned Democratic, but the GOP needs to worry that the government shutdown will cause that frustration to spread.—
Deputy News Editor,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
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One person familiar with Tuesday’s heated discussion within the caucus says there appears to be at least eight Democratic votes to reopen the government — even though progressive Democratic senators vented their frustration with the potential deal.—
Alexander Bolton,
The Hill,
5 Nov. 2025
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An Orange County judge granted the city of Santa Ana’s request for a preliminary injunction against several businesses on East First Street accused of being public nuisances.—
Mona Darwish,
Oc Register,
8 Nov. 2025
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According to the American Mosquito Control Association, mosquitoes are not only a nuisance but also a public health concern, capable of carrying diseases like West Nile virus.—
Connie Etemadi,
USA Today,
7 Nov. 2025
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Kp is an index used to indicate the severity of the global magnetic disturbances in near-Earth space, NOAA said.—
Jenna Prestininzi,
Freep.com,
7 Nov. 2025
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This could result in noise disturbances late into the night.—
Stacey Leasca,
Travel + Leisure,
6 Nov. 2025
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Parsons’ irritation with the play stems from the Eagles leaving early and officials not penalizing them.—
Matt Schneidman,
New York Times,
10 Nov. 2025
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Side effects of the initial treatment were minimal, mostly irritation at infusion sites, according to the study.—
Sandee LaMotte,
CNN Money,
8 Nov. 2025
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Carry a pack of tissues everywhere in case they are needed because the slightest comments or annoyances could set us off at these times.—
Lisa Stardust,
Refinery29,
7 Nov. 2025
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And that’ll always be the source of great frustration and annoyance for her.—
Kate Aurthur,
Variety,
7 Nov. 2025
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Mahama breaks off in exasperation.—
Charlie Campbell,
Time,
30 Oct. 2025
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Some councilmembers reacted to the extension with exasperation Wednesday.—
Elliott Wenzler,
Denver Post,
22 Oct. 2025
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“Aggravation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/aggravation. Accessed 18 Nov. 2025.
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