as in annoying
to disturb the peace of mind of (someone) especially by repeated disagreeable acts
it was the salesclerk's high-handed rudeness that really frosted me
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Recent Examples of frosting
Marco Quiroz-Gutierrez, Fortune, 14 Oct. 2025
The Caramel Pecan Topped Bon has layers of decadent caramel frosting and crunchy pecans on top of the Classic Roll, while the Caramel Pecan Center of the Roll hides the festive flavor inside.
—Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 10 Oct. 2025
Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 31 Oct. 2025
When ready to use, let frosting stand at room temperature until soft and spreadable.
—Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Oct. 2025
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Verb
The filling, as well as the sprinkles and the frosting, will remain the same.
—Marco Quiroz-Gutierrez, Fortune, 14 Oct. 2025
The Caramel Pecan Topped Bon has layers of decadent caramel frosting and crunchy pecans on top of the Classic Roll, while the Caramel Pecan Center of the Roll hides the festive flavor inside.
—Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 10 Oct. 2025
Noun
Tender lemony layers live in perfect harmony with strawberry-lemonade jam filling and strawberry frosting.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 31 Oct. 2025
When ready to use, let frosting stand at room temperature until soft and spreadable.
—Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for frosting
Verb
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The dog keeps pulling the tablecloth off the table, there’s piss on the ground, and her husband Jackson, played by Robert Pattinson, is just there — annoying enough on its own.—
Jason P. Frank,
Vulture,
17 Oct. 2025
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A lot of noise around the Chiefs The Chiefs have become a mainstay in NFL discourse by winning three Super Bowls in the Mahomes era, and annoying an endless list of fan bases with their ability to overcome the odds and rally for a late win at an unprecedented rate.—
Scott Chasen,
Kansas City Star,
21 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Designed with an onyx ornament at the closure, the black clutch featured a crystal-inset frame.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
28 Oct. 2025
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Each features a charming tree design loaded with ornaments and toys.—
Nora Colomer
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FOXNews.com,
27 Oct. 2025
Verb
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If something’s bothering you, say so.—
James Parker,
The Atlantic,
28 Oct. 2025
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Saft, not bothering to remove his sneakers, leaped onto a chair to place an ornate gold mirror over the mantelpiece.—
Alexandra Schwartz,
New Yorker,
20 Oct. 2025
Noun
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These are still a delicious and useful way to flavor dishes or use as a garnish.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
26 Oct. 2025
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Strain into a coupe or cocktail glass and garnish with a cherry.—
Jeremy Repanich,
Robb Report,
25 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Co-worker bugging you during heads down time?—
Sam Woodward,
USA Today,
10 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The lot of us, dressed in our finery, descend upon the event, bidding a quick hello to Ronson and earning some stares from the upstate locals, confused by our presence—and matching outfits.—
Hannah Jackson,
Vogue,
30 Oct. 2025
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Those in the market for some fresh fall finery are in luck.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
15 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Ink merges into breast milk, tranquillity and space to think are filled with irritating barking, and Lawrence loses herself to the madness.—
Billie Melissa,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Oct. 2025
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Combining three different actives (AHAs, BHAs, and PHAs) in one product without totally irritating the skin seems like an impossible task, yet Some by Mi has accomplished it with this ease.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
8 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Brooches These beautiful pins, frequently adorned with sparkling rhinestones, intricate enameling, or delicate filigree, were a staple in our grandmothers' jewelry boxes.—
Nicole Letts,
Southern Living,
1 June 2025
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There are a few digital filigrees and subtones added by the experimental pop wizard A. G. Cook.—
Lawrence Burney,
Pitchfork,
28 May 2025
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“Frosting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/frosting. Accessed 2 Nov. 2025.
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