1
as in headache
something that is a source of irritation
add people who use cell phones inconsiderately to the list of daily exasperations
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2
as in frustration
the feeling of impatience or anger caused by another's repeated disagreeable acts
my rising exasperation with these constant interruptions
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Recent Examples of exasperation
As a model named Carl, stuck in a relationship corrupted by microcelebrity and Instagram view counts, Dickinson ticks with exasperation and sarcastic logic, his jaw clenched, his eyes wide and staring.
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Carrie Battan, Vulture, 6 Oct. 2025
The move reflects their exasperation with the Israeli leader, and a potentially existential moment for Israel.
—Nic Robertson, CNN Money, 22 Sep. 2025
Kansas coach Lance Leipold didn’t bother to hide his exasperation.
—Shreyas Laddha, Kansas City Star, 20 Sep. 2025
The creator's exasperation was clear.
—Melissa Fleur Afshar, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Sep. 2025
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Carrie Battan, Vulture, 6 Oct. 2025
The move reflects their exasperation with the Israeli leader, and a potentially existential moment for Israel.
—Nic Robertson, CNN Money, 22 Sep. 2025
Kansas coach Lance Leipold didn’t bother to hide his exasperation.
—Shreyas Laddha, Kansas City Star, 20 Sep. 2025
The creator's exasperation was clear.
—Melissa Fleur Afshar, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for exasperation
Noun
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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
Noun
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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
Noun
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But that conspiracy tends to manifest in the form of universal contemporary annoyances.—
Judy Berman,
Time,
30 Oct. 2025
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Above-Mount and Vessel Sinks What can look like an impressive statement design decision can quickly become a daily annoyance.—
Lauren Bengtson,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Recognized by the National Eczema Association, Biossance Squalane + Marine Algae Eye Cream is fragrance-free and packed with gentle ingredients like squalane, glycerin, and panthenol to hydrate and soothe without irritation.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
3 Nov. 2025
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The irascible Cox has spent years prodding Day-Lewis in interviews over his acting techniques, largely as a way of explaining his irritation with Succession co-star (and Day-Lewis’s fellow Method actor) Jeremy Strong.—
Jason P. Frank,
Vulture,
3 Nov. 2025
Noun
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To eat the nopales, remove the spines (spikes, thorns, or barbs) and use them raw in salads or cooked in soups or tacos.—
Barbie Cervoni,
Verywell Health,
22 Oct. 2025
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What fantastic fantasies will lure risk-seeking treasure hunters to breach the massive walls of iron thorns surrounding mysterious radioactive caverns buried deep in the deserts?—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
22 Oct. 2025
Noun
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A couple of prominent national NFL media members expressed their displeasure with Cheffers’ ruling.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
3 Nov. 2025
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Arteta and Palace manager Oliver Glasner had voiced their displeasure at the situation after progressing from the fourth round, with Arteta citing player and supporter welfare as critical issues.—
Art de Roché,
New York Times,
3 Nov. 2025
Noun
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In Shea Carney's house, those beverage bottles and cans eligible for a 10-cent deposit return have become more of a nuisance than a useful income boost.—
Keith Matheny,
Freep.com,
30 Oct. 2025
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South Milwaukee requires exotic or wild animal owners to get a permit from the City Health Department, which can be denied if the animal poses a danger or nuisance.—
Quinn Clark,
jsonline.com,
30 Oct. 2025
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For Dillon Robertson, 32, money is a constant worry.—
Elena Moore,
NPR,
2 Nov. 2025
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The latter film was made based on the confessions of young people living in Latvia who openly spoke of patronizing teachers and parents, worries for the future and fears over fallout from the Chernobyl nuclear disaster.—
Will Tizard,
Variety,
2 Nov. 2025
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“Exasperation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exasperation. Accessed 6 Nov. 2025.
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