as in busy
thrusting oneself where one is not welcome or invited
she's that proverbially intrusive neighbor who never knocks before coming in
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Recent Examples of intrusive
The couple cited the intrusive U.K. press and a lack of support from the palace as their reasons for the move.
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Stephanie Giang-Paunon, FOXNews.com, 20 May 2025
For some, that same gesture can feel intrusive – even jarring.
—Brian N. Chin, The Conversation, 16 May 2025
This isn’t productive reflection, but rather intrusive thoughts disrupting your rest.
—Dr. Samanta Dall’agnese, CNBC, 13 May 2025
Self-regulation can promote efficiency, improve compliance and even reduce the need for more intrusive government oversight.
—Eric Reicin, Forbes.com, 7 May 2025
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Stephanie Giang-Paunon, FOXNews.com, 20 May 2025
For some, that same gesture can feel intrusive – even jarring.
—Brian N. Chin, The Conversation, 16 May 2025
This isn’t productive reflection, but rather intrusive thoughts disrupting your rest.
—Dr. Samanta Dall’agnese, CNBC, 13 May 2025
Self-regulation can promote efficiency, improve compliance and even reduce the need for more intrusive government oversight.
—Eric Reicin, Forbes.com, 7 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for intrusive
Adjective
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In the summer, people here are too busy enjoying themselves—drinking on patios, reading languorous books, stretching weekends in Crystal Beach or Sherkston out over three, four, five days—to do much of any importance.—
Aidan Ryan
June 4,
Literary Hub,
4 June 2025
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But given her busy schedule, Burke said, it’s been a hard date to nail down.—
Bailey Richards,
People.com,
4 June 2025
Adjective
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In February, commissioners tabled a vote on the rezoning to give the builder time to revamp its plans after neighbors complained the development would be too obtrusive.—
Joe Marusak,
Charlotte Observer,
20 May 2025
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Standing along the back wall in the Philadelphia Flyers dressing room after the game, surrounded by reporters with their obtrusive cellphone recorders just inches from his face and television cameras with their lights turned up brighter than necessary, Brink subtly, but noticeably, trembles.—
Kevin Kurz,
The Athletic,
14 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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There’s something officious about Alden Ehrenreich.—
Owen Gleiberman,
Variety,
21 Jan. 2023
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Her charming luxury treasure trove has none of that officious chilliness that defines the typical store of its ilk but instead feels like a brocanterie crammed with interesting, unexpected luxury goods from across the world.—
Mark Ellwood,
Robb Report,
2 Jan. 2023
Adjective
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While the wrinkling could be slightly annoying for some, given the luxurious feel of the sateen cover, the wrinkling wasn’t a deal breaker.—
Rebecca Jones,
Southern Living,
30 May 2025
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For anyone with wide feet who’s used to settling for less in terms of fit, this slip-on style is a breath of fresh air—no annoying break-in period, no hotspots, and no slipping around.—
Lauren Paige Richeson,
Health,
29 May 2025
Adjective
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The crisis involves a body and a ticking clock, as well as a zany, meddlesome doorman (Method Man, always welcome) added for good measure.—
Natalia Winkelman,
New York Times,
22 May 2025
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Estimating where exactly competing clubs will rank for the coefficient element is a meddlesome task, not least because only 16 clubs have so far confirmed their place for next season.—
Chris Weatherspoon,
New York Times,
16 May 2025
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“Intrusive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intrusive. Accessed 13 Jun. 2025.
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