1
as in pest
one who is obnoxiously annoying
the new neighbor is threatening to become a nuisance, dropping in on us several times a day
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2
as in headache
something that is a source of irritation
folding up this map correctly is such a nuisance
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Recent Examples of nuisance
This analysis examines the issue from short-term nuisance to long-term existential threat—and offers strategic insights for business leaders to prepare.
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Yuval Boger, Forbes.com, 4 Apr. 2025
Apple’s next big iPhone update will be iOS 18.4, unless there’s a bug-squishing exercise to sort out a recent software problem, an iPhone 16e issue or a mild nuisance with Apple Intelligence before then.
—David Phelan, Forbes, 25 Mar. 2025
At first, the un-washable Fisk murals are a nuisance to the new mayor, but there are ways to take advantage of the situation.
—Ben Rosenstock, Vulture, 25 Mar. 2025
In a meeting that month which Dahl recorded, Turner referred to Williams as a nuisance who had already been dealt with.
—Ronan Farrow, The New Yorker, 24 Mar. 2025
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Yuval Boger, Forbes.com, 4 Apr. 2025
Apple’s next big iPhone update will be iOS 18.4, unless there’s a bug-squishing exercise to sort out a recent software problem, an iPhone 16e issue or a mild nuisance with Apple Intelligence before then.
—David Phelan, Forbes, 25 Mar. 2025
At first, the un-washable Fisk murals are a nuisance to the new mayor, but there are ways to take advantage of the situation.
—Ben Rosenstock, Vulture, 25 Mar. 2025
In a meeting that month which Dahl recorded, Turner referred to Williams as a nuisance who had already been dealt with.
—Ronan Farrow, The New Yorker, 24 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for nuisance
Noun
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Rosin produced with outdoor flower is more susceptible to microbial contamination and pest infestation, requiring more pesticide treatments and potentially remediation.—
David Goldburg,
Hartford Courant,
21 Apr. 2025
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Using other plants to minimize unwanted insects is a natural way for pest control.—
Lauren David,
Southern Living,
20 Apr. 2025
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Dehydration can be dangerous and may result in headaches, fatigue, dizziness, and other unpleasant symptoms, according to the Cleveland Clinic.—
Sarah Klein,
Time,
29 Apr. 2025
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Not everyone with a mild headache needs a CT scan of the brain.—
Paul Hsieh,
Forbes.com,
29 Apr. 2025
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And inadequate feedback can cause annoyance at best, and injury at worst.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
16 Apr. 2025
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Competitive gamers seeking fast, lag-free performance without the annoyance of wires won't find much better than the ultra-lightweight Razer Viper Ultimate.—
Cierra Cowan,
PC Magazine,
16 Apr. 2025
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Yet, that $250,000 could well be enough to become more than just a thorn in the side of the ransomware industry if Halcyon has anything to do with.—
Davey Winder,
Forbes.com,
21 Apr. 2025
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Steyer’s company, long a thorn in the tech mogul’s side, promotes safer tech for children.—
Parmy Olson,
Mercury News,
19 Apr. 2025
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Common triggers include environmental allergens, foods, and skin irritants.—
Brandi Jones, MSN-Ed,
Health,
28 Mar. 2025
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In fact, the brand follows the National Eczema Association's ingredient guidelines to avoid irritants and allergens.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
10 Mar. 2025
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The heartbreaking scene not only teases that there may be more story left to tell, but also reinforces the preciousness of the friendship Baek-jin and Baku once shared.—
Kayti Burt,
Time,
26 Apr. 2025
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Continue reading … -- IN OTHER NEWS FEELING BLUE – Bill Belichick's girlfriend teases coach over attire to hockey game.—
FOXNews.com,
FOXNews.com,
23 Apr. 2025
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The frustration of losing the Corales Puntacana Championship almost on the last hole quickly passed for Joel Dahmen.—
Mohammed Soliman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 Apr. 2025
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Maybe the trauma was having the type of brain that this type of world is not built for and butting up against that frustration again and again.—
Lizz Schumer,
People.com,
29 Apr. 2025
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The United States appeared to be in a spot of bother heading into last week’s Billie Jean King Cup qualifiers, after three top players withdrew simultaneously with only days to go.—
Charlie Eccleshare,
New York Times,
14 Apr. 2025
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Trump has been threatening for months to use the Alien Enemies Act, of 1798, to expel Venezuelans who the Administration says belong to the Tren de Aragua gang, without the bother of going through legal proceedings.—
Ruth Marcus,
The New Yorker,
18 Mar. 2025
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“Nuisance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nuisance. Accessed 3 May. 2025.
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