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Examples of bothersome in a Sentence
a bothersome habit of dropping trash on the floor right next to the garbage can
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Eczema can crop up—and be unsightly and bothersome—at any age, even infancy.
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Holly Pevzner, Parents, 8 Sep. 2023
In this case, keeping your dog indoors during peak allergy seasons or using air purifiers can help minimize exposure.
Parasites: Fleas and Ticks
Fleas and ticks are not only bothersome pests but also major culprits behind paw licking in dogs.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 6 Aug. 2023
Before bed, shower and put on clean PJs when outdoor allergies are bothersome.
—Sarah Klein, Health, 31 Aug. 2023
Try to sit close to the podium to monitor the situation but don’t hover or be bothersome.
—Jessica Puckett, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Aug. 2023
Hair clips can sometimes be bothersome, but not the two-pronged clips that are included with the set (there are eight to correspond with the eight jumbo rollers).
—Jenna Clark, Southern Living, 3 Aug. 2023
By nourishing and supporting joint health, Youtheory allows men to continue leading active lifestyles without being held back by bothersome joint pains.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 29 June 2023
Because of its powerful airflow, this fan does make a bit of noise, which could be bothersome to light sleepers who want to run the fan overnight.
—Samantha Jones, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 June 2023
At times, burping can be bothersome–and potentially embarrassing—when people burp more than that per day.
—Karen Pallarito, Health, 27 July 2023
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Holly Pevzner, Parents, 8 Sep. 2023
In this case, keeping your dog indoors during peak allergy seasons or using air purifiers can help minimize exposure.
Parasites: Fleas and Ticks
Fleas and ticks are not only bothersome pests but also major culprits behind paw licking in dogs.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 6 Aug. 2023
Before bed, shower and put on clean PJs when outdoor allergies are bothersome.
—Sarah Klein, Health, 31 Aug. 2023
Try to sit close to the podium to monitor the situation but don’t hover or be bothersome.
—Jessica Puckett, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Aug. 2023
Hair clips can sometimes be bothersome, but not the two-pronged clips that are included with the set (there are eight to correspond with the eight jumbo rollers).
—Jenna Clark, Southern Living, 3 Aug. 2023
By nourishing and supporting joint health, Youtheory allows men to continue leading active lifestyles without being held back by bothersome joint pains.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 29 June 2023
Because of its powerful airflow, this fan does make a bit of noise, which could be bothersome to light sleepers who want to run the fan overnight.
—Samantha Jones, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 June 2023
At times, burping can be bothersome–and potentially embarrassing—when people burp more than that per day.
—Karen Pallarito, Health, 27 July 2023
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First Known Use
1817, in the meaning defined above
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bothersome
adjective
both·er·some
ˈbät͟h-ər-səm 
: causing bother
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