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as in pests
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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as in headaches
something that is a source of irritation
folding up this map correctly is such a nuisance
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Recent Examples of nuisances
If data centers eventually are included, for example, neighbors could take a hit due to impacts on electricity costs, water access, industrial noise and other nuisances that can come into play when a megaproject moves in next door.
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David Greising, Chicago Tribune, 24 Apr. 2026
Not all ants are bad for the garden—some help with soil health and pest control—but fire ants and carpenter ants can be serious nuisances or hazards.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 23 Apr. 2026
The spider’s diet includes ants (Hymenoptera), flies and mosquitoes (Diptera) and beetles (Coleoptera) — a lineup that reads like a checklist of common household nuisances.
—Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 15 Apr. 2026
The end of the hibernation period in spring brings new bat movement, which means more nuisances for homes with roosts.
—Caden Perry, jsonline.com, 24 Mar. 2026
The Florida law shields shooting ranges, specifically, from being sued as nuisances.
—Christopher Spata, The Orlando Sentinel, 21 Mar. 2026
Many of those surveyed said homelessness, loitering, drug use and public nuisances, along with protracted and intensive municipal construction projects, deter customers from visiting establishments.
—Miguel Otárola, Denver Post, 5 Mar. 2026
Property owners who tolerate habitual nuisances will have to meet certain standards set by the city and pay fees to reimburse the city for enforcement resources.
—Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 Feb. 2026
Jody Allen should not appear on a list of the NFL’s biggest nuisances.
—Jerry Brewer, New York Times, 4 Feb. 2026
David Greising, Chicago Tribune, 24 Apr. 2026
Not all ants are bad for the garden—some help with soil health and pest control—but fire ants and carpenter ants can be serious nuisances or hazards.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 23 Apr. 2026
The spider’s diet includes ants (Hymenoptera), flies and mosquitoes (Diptera) and beetles (Coleoptera) — a lineup that reads like a checklist of common household nuisances.
—Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 15 Apr. 2026
The end of the hibernation period in spring brings new bat movement, which means more nuisances for homes with roosts.
—Caden Perry, jsonline.com, 24 Mar. 2026
The Florida law shields shooting ranges, specifically, from being sued as nuisances.
—Christopher Spata, The Orlando Sentinel, 21 Mar. 2026
Many of those surveyed said homelessness, loitering, drug use and public nuisances, along with protracted and intensive municipal construction projects, deter customers from visiting establishments.
—Miguel Otárola, Denver Post, 5 Mar. 2026
Property owners who tolerate habitual nuisances will have to meet certain standards set by the city and pay fees to reimburse the city for enforcement resources.
—Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 Feb. 2026
Jody Allen should not appear on a list of the NFL’s biggest nuisances.
—Jerry Brewer, New York Times, 4 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nuisances
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Researchers have spent decades developing potatoes for chip makers that can grow in all kinds of climates, avoid diseases and pests, sit in storage for months and still deliver a satisfying crunch.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
22 Apr. 2026
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Brassicas such as broccoli, cabbage, and Brussels sprouts are usually hit hard by pests, including slugs, snails, and cabbage loopers.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
21 Apr. 2026
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Plan ahead as much as possible Nailing down all the angles of your trip ahead of time can save you both a lot of headaches and a significant amount of money.—
Becca Stanek,
TheWeek,
21 Apr. 2026
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The birds, federally protected by the Migratory Bird Treaty Act of 1918, have become yearly headaches for neighborhoods around the Metroplex as the birds flock to residential areas to nest.—
Emily Holshouser,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
21 Apr. 2026
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To be sure, there can be annoyances.—
Jennifer Ludden,
NPR,
4 Apr. 2026
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In order to make sure horses keep their cool among loud, unpredictable crowds, officers do desensitization training with speakers, sirens, inflatable tube men, kazoos, fireworks, flags and all manner of annoyances.—
AJ Willingham,
AJC.com,
27 Mar. 2026
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The power struggle came about after Rivas challenged Rendon, capitalizing on Democrats’ frustrations over changes in committee leadership and Rendon’s shelving of a single-payer health care bill.—
Lia Russell,
Sacbee.com,
22 Apr. 2026
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The vision conceived by museum director and Chief Executive Michael Govan and architect Peter Zumthor is not perfect, and brings with it a modest set of frustrations, but as a whole, the installation registers as ravishing and bracingly fresh.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
22 Apr. 2026
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Also known as seaberry, Fried says this plant is notable for its resistance to deer because of its sharp thorns and tree-like height.—
SJ McShane,
Martha Stewart,
14 Apr. 2026
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Use clean pruners to trim away shoots, thorns, or roots along the soil and to help maintain the tree’s size.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
9 Apr. 2026
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An open window, your shoes, or even your clothing could bring in pollen or other outdoor irritants.—
Angie Hicks,
Boston Herald,
24 Apr. 2026
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Many older people suffer from symptoms that resemble pollen allergies—runny nose and congestion—but the majority of these seniors are actually bothered by other airborne irritants, such as cigarette smoke, perfumes or cleaning products.—
Matt Fuchs,
Scientific American,
15 Apr. 2026
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The modern world forces us to waste time doing cost-benefit analyses of various inconveniences.—
Caroline Mimbs Nyce,
New Yorker,
17 Apr. 2026
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Projects like this almost always result in some inconveniences for businesses, homeowners and motorists.—
Olivia Young,
CBS News,
16 Apr. 2026
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The post attracted a fair amount of backlash, with people pointing out the problems associated with data centers and intellectual property, and accusing Witherspoon of being paid by AI companies to promote generative tools.—
Ethan Shanfeld,
Variety,
21 Apr. 2026
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As the case heads before the state's highest court, residents are asking whether people exposed during the fire can receive medical monitoring designed to catch potential health problems early.—
Jamal Goss,
CBS News,
21 Apr. 2026
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“Nuisances.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nuisances. Accessed 28 Apr. 2026.
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