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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
Besides being nuisances, many types carry diseases including West Nile virus, encephalitis, and canine heartworm.
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Arricca Elin Sansone,
Southern Living,
18 June 2026
If the nuisances continue at Albany Care, the city is seeking a court order to shut the facility down, separate from the state action.
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Robert McCoppin,
Chicago Tribune,
16 June 2026
For general maintenance against everyday nuisances like an ants infestation cost or spiders, Orkin is elite.
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Nick Perry,
USA Today,
14 June 2026
And even then, referees seemed to regard injuries as nuisances that stopped the flow of the game.
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Joshua P. Cohen,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2026
Two young men — Anthony DiPippo, then 18, and Andy Krivak, then 17, local nuisances with a handful of juvie busts for possession and public mischief — were framed for murder.
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Paul Solotaroff,
Rolling Stone,
9 June 2026
As a bonus, these plants are generally deer resistant, which may keep these nuisances from crossing over the garden border.
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Haniya Rae,
Martha Stewart,
30 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.
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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.
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Caden Perry,
jsonline.com,
24 Mar. 2026
Arricca Elin Sansone,
Southern Living,
18 June 2026
If the nuisances continue at Albany Care, the city is seeking a court order to shut the facility down, separate from the state action.
—
Robert McCoppin,
Chicago Tribune,
16 June 2026
For general maintenance against everyday nuisances like an ants infestation cost or spiders, Orkin is elite.
—
Nick Perry,
USA Today,
14 June 2026
And even then, referees seemed to regard injuries as nuisances that stopped the flow of the game.
—
Joshua P. Cohen,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2026
Two young men — Anthony DiPippo, then 18, and Andy Krivak, then 17, local nuisances with a handful of juvie busts for possession and public mischief — were framed for murder.
—
Paul Solotaroff,
Rolling Stone,
9 June 2026
As a bonus, these plants are generally deer resistant, which may keep these nuisances from crossing over the garden border.
—
Haniya Rae,
Martha Stewart,
30 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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nuisances
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In addition to its ability to regulate moisture, hempcrete is resistant to pests and fire.
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Once pests are removed, there may be more necessary patching to prevent water seepage.
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But the departures are often bigger PR headaches than operational ones.
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But the move enabled Florida to lock in what will be one of the best top-six forward groups in the league, slotting Brady Tkachuck into the left wing spot on the second line alongside center Sam Bennett and right wing Matthew Tkachuk that will cause opponents major headaches.
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From everyday disruptions to other inconveniences and (perhaps) annoyances, things pop up.
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These scams are not random annoyances.
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Those frustrations could be on the verge of boiling over.
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South Africa has a history of xenophobic violence as migrants from poor nations like Zimbabwe, Mozambique and Malawi generally end up settling in impoverished communities in South Africa where unemployment and frustrations are high.
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However, some homeowners may be wary of planting roses because of their heavy thorns—especially in households with children or pets.
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Often reaching up to six feet tall, these bushes, also known as brambles, have sharp thorns covering their branches.
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Trump regularly regales audiences with his prowess as a dealmaker by recounting conversations he's had with Macron about trade irritants, mimicking Macron's responses in an exaggerated accent.
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Chemicals from the fire include respiratory irritants, toxic gases, carcinogens and at least one neurotoxin, according to the San Joaquin County Office of Emergency Services.
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There have been reports that some locals are not thrilled with Lipa and Turner’s takeover of their city, which has resulted in road closures and other inconveniences.
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From everyday disruptions to other inconveniences and (perhaps) annoyances, things pop up.
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On Tuesday, some customers were still reporting problems accessing accounts, updating banking information and navigating the transition.
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Peterson has since said an increase in his creatine intake was to blame for his cramping problems.
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“Nuisances.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nuisances. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.
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