niggling

adjective

nig·gling | \ ˈni-g(ə-)liŋ

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Definition of niggling

: petty also : bothersome or persistent especially in a petty or tiresome way niggling injuries

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only niggling differences between the original Broadway musical and the film version that followed

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The first known use of niggling was in 1599

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niggling

adjective

English Language Learners Definition of niggling

: causing you to feel a slight pain or to be worried or annoyed for a long time

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niggling

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nig·gling | \ ˈni-gliŋ

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: petty sense 1

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