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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
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
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
Barry said the new penalties are being enacted to coincide with the town’s passage of new rules dealing with nuisances and stormwater issues.
—Jim Woods, Chicago Tribune, 7 Feb. 2026
Jody Allen should not appear on a list of the NFL’s biggest nuisances.
—Jerry Brewer, New York Times, 4 Feb. 2026
The agent’s ability to boost productivity is obvious as users offload tedious nuisances to Moltbot, helping to realize the dream of AI evangelists.
—Jason Ma, Fortune, 31 Jan. 2026
City leaders say vacant properties can often lead to neighborhood nuisances.
—James Taylor, CBS News, 29 Jan. 2026
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
Barry said the new penalties are being enacted to coincide with the town’s passage of new rules dealing with nuisances and stormwater issues.
—Jim Woods, Chicago Tribune, 7 Feb. 2026
Jody Allen should not appear on a list of the NFL’s biggest nuisances.
—Jerry Brewer, New York Times, 4 Feb. 2026
The agent’s ability to boost productivity is obvious as users offload tedious nuisances to Moltbot, helping to realize the dream of AI evangelists.
—Jason Ma, Fortune, 31 Jan. 2026
City leaders say vacant properties can often lead to neighborhood nuisances.
—James Taylor, CBS News, 29 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nuisances
Noun
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One of the biggest advantages of greenhouse growing is shielding your plants from pests and disease.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Miami Herald,
1 Apr. 2026
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During this time, Orkin focuses on preventive measures to make your home unappetizing for pests.—
Kate Tully Ellsworth,
USA Today,
1 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Treeline wants to rebuild corporate IT from the ground up, starting with the everyday headaches most workers barely notice until something breaks.—
Lily Mae Lazarus,
Fortune,
31 Mar. 2026
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Authorities said Koc and Alshmari attacked the victim, causing a split lip and headaches.—
Madeline Bartos,
CBS News,
30 Mar. 2026
Noun
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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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Shatner deftly presents Kirk's delicate handling of interstellar trader Cyrano Jones's multiplying annoyances with a gentle humor and relaxed resignation as to the absurdity of the situation aboard the Enterprise.—
Jeff Spry,
Space.com,
22 Mar. 2026
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Lack of communication from airlines during disruptions is a major complaint from customers across carriers, and anything companies can do to alleviate that will help with those frustrations.—
Zach Wichter,
USA Today,
1 Apr. 2026
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The poll suggests the financial pressure of increasing gas prices in the wake of the US attack on Iran has added to Americans’ financial frustrations.—
Kevin Liptak,
CNN Money,
1 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Odor is a botanical defense mechanism as much as thistles and thorns.—
Joshua Siskin,
Oc Register,
21 Mar. 2026
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Get Tough Purchase ones made from cowhide, goatskin, or pigskin leather or abrasion-resistant canvas that will be harder for thorns to penetrate.—
Libby Monteith Minor,
Southern Living,
14 Mar. 2026
Noun
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There certainly are harmful chemicals, carcinogens, toxins, heavy metals, respiratory irritants and other things inside of there that certainly can cause immediate harm.—
Mary Kekatos,
ABC News,
26 Mar. 2026
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That's because these substances accumulate quickly in bedding and create an ideal environment for dust mites and other irritants.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
26 Mar. 2026
Noun
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These are not minor inconveniences.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Kansas City Star,
31 Mar. 2026
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With such services suspended, lawmakers traveling on Delta will face the same inconveniences as other passengers.—
Megan Cerullo,
CBS News,
24 Mar. 2026
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Wilcox sued Tarrant County GOP chair Tim Davis when she was removed from the ballot in the House District 98 primary because of problems with her paperwork.—
Elizabeth Campbell,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
1 Apr. 2026
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While some funding exists to address problems, state documents show, there is not enough money to cover all the drinking water projects that need attention in Indiana.—
Karl Schneider,
IndyStar,
31 Mar. 2026
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“Nuisances.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nuisances. Accessed 3 Apr. 2026.
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