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
Of course, corporations and streaming viewers may have differing views of what's considered intrusive.
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ArsTechnica, 24 Apr. 2025
Further complicating matters is that the intrusive moon will be 40% full.
—Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 22 Apr. 2025
While the materials stand in striking contrast to the natural surroundings, they’re featured in a way that feels respectful of the terrain rather than intrusive.
—New Atlas, 21 Apr. 2025
These intrusive searches will have a chilling effect on free speech and free press not just today but for many years to come.
—Nicholas Creel, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Apr. 2025
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ArsTechnica, 24 Apr. 2025
Further complicating matters is that the intrusive moon will be 40% full.
—Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 22 Apr. 2025
While the materials stand in striking contrast to the natural surroundings, they’re featured in a way that feels respectful of the terrain rather than intrusive.
—New Atlas, 21 Apr. 2025
These intrusive searches will have a chilling effect on free speech and free press not just today but for many years to come.
—Nicholas Creel, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for intrusive
Adjective
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But some of America’s most popular parks also require reservations, particularly during their busy season: summer.—
Eve Chen,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2025
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Recognize that your work output is going to vary and each type (creative, busy, growth, and management) has its place and its value.—
Nicole Lipkin,
Forbes.com,
29 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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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
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Crisp acidity and non-obtrusive tannins that add a distinct but flexible structure.—
Tom Mullen,
Forbes,
2 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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That’s frustrating – to come so close to reaching the summit and miss out by just one space is annoying.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
4 May 2025
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That can be annoying, but NotebookLM is not—this one actually works.—
Jennifer Ouellette,
ArsTechnica,
2 May 2025
Adjective
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However, the fear of being perceived as overly critical or meddlesome can prevent them from speaking up.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
8 May 2025
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That stamped out meddlesome primaries by getting Trump on the same page and supporting those candidates, and by saving money that could be used in November instead of in costly intraparty battles.—
Al Weaver,
The Hill,
20 Apr. 2025
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“Intrusive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intrusive. Accessed 13 May. 2025.
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