1
as in sucker
a person with a strong and habitual liking for something
a camera bug who loves taking candid shots at fairs and festivals
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2
as in disease
an abnormal state that disrupts a plant's or animal's normal bodily functioning
I can't go to work today because I've caught some bug that's going around
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1
as in to annoy
to disturb the peace of mind of (someone) especially by repeated disagreeable acts
these incessant phone calls are really starting to bug me
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2
as in to bother
to thrust oneself upon (another) without invitation
I hate to bug you, but could you help me move this table?
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Recent Examples of bug
Nan Sterman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 July 2025
Because every new feature, every bug fix and even basic team reorganization becomes a slower and more laborious task.
—Adrian Bridgwater, Forbes.com, 29 June 2025
PC Magazine, 21 Apr. 2025
Meanwhile, Curry is 37 and played Sunday with his right thumb wrapped in athletic tape, nursing an ailment that has bugged him all season.
—Evan Webeck, Mercury News, 13 Apr. 2025
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Noun
Ants carry scale, aphids, and mealy bugs into fruit trees.
—Nan Sterman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 July 2025
Because every new feature, every bug fix and even basic team reorganization becomes a slower and more laborious task.
—Adrian Bridgwater, Forbes.com, 29 June 2025
Verb
The sculpted keycaps are nice, but the feel of the spacebar is different from the rest of the keys, and the more generic layout will bug long-time ThinkPad users.
—PC Magazine, 21 Apr. 2025
Meanwhile, Curry is 37 and played Sunday with his right thumb wrapped in athletic tape, nursing an ailment that has bugged him all season.
—Evan Webeck, Mercury News, 13 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bug
Noun
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The reserve is heavily wooded with more than 25 tree species that are the domain of warblers, crows, wrens, hawks, woodpeckers, sap suckers, owls, bald eagles, vultures and great herons.—
John Tuohy,
IndyStar,
2 July 2025
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When my daughter and I are outside, these pesky blood suckers feast.—
Cheryl Fenton,
Parents,
24 June 2025
Noun
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Vaccination Rates Are Declining Despite the safety and efficacy of the vaccine, and the potential severity of the disease, vaccination rates are declining.—
Dave Wessner,
Forbes.com,
10 July 2025
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Sitting or standing on the plate for just a few minutes can help with lymphatic drainage, in return reducing swelling, boosting the immune system, and lessening the chance of disease.—
Kristin Auble,
Vogue,
10 July 2025
Verb
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Francie instantly annoys Nat by kissing Pete hello, and the two women start yelling at each other immediately.—
Dave Nemetz,
TVLine,
27 June 2025
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If visible bulbs and cables annoy you, these aren’t for you.—
Simon Hill,
Wired News,
26 June 2025
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While notification bundles were an option before, they were primarily used for messaging, and not all developers bothered.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
30 June 2025
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If Waldron wasn’t battered, then Phillies starter Zack Wheeler was hardly bothered.—
Kevin Acee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
30 June 2025
Noun
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If Wrath of Khan is the gateway Star Trek film for sci-fi lovers, The Voyage Home is the gateway for everyone else.—
Chris Snellgrove,
EW.com,
30 June 2025
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Budget-Friendly: With ticket prices starting at $10 and capping around $125, plus free events and discounts for families, students, and university faculty, the festival caters to everyone—culturally curious families, art lovers, and budget travelers alike.—
Cameron Beall,
Southern Living,
29 June 2025
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The 83-year-old singer-songwriter and former member of Grammy-winning folk duo Simon & Garfunkel announced the cancellation of two concerts in Philadelphia over the weekend due to a physical ailment.—
Emlyn Travis Published,
EW.com,
30 June 2025
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Yet Crawford was also pitching through a knee ailment for much of last season and as a result, began the current campaign on the injured list.—
Gabrielle Starr,
Boston Herald,
25 June 2025
Verb
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Jake Paul’s everyday unscented face wash avoids irritating fragrances but is infused with vitamin B3 to help keep your skin hydrated.—
Christopher Murray
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FOXNews.com,
30 June 2025
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Work exposures: If you are frequently exposed to irritating chemicals or substances, your risk of dermatitis is higher.—
Carrie Madormo,
Health,
29 June 2025
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Though Harry assured Charlotte that everything is going to be OK, Charlotte can’t help but worry.—
Jackie Strause,
HollywoodReporter,
7 July 2025
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On account of its relative remoteness--sat between Scotland 200 miles to the south and Iceland 400 miles to the north--the Faroe Islands hasn’t had to worry about over-tourism too much.—
Brad Japhe,
Forbes.com,
7 July 2025
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“Bug.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bug. Accessed 15 Jul. 2025.
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