as in annoying
causing annoyance
the pesky problem of what to do with all the leftovers
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Recent Examples of pesky
Pebbles work best for this fire pit set up to create a natural, rustic scene that also helps keep the pesky weeds at bay.
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Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 27 Mar. 2025
If the mildew stains are super pesky, try a mix of Borax and lemon juice and apply to your curtain before washing.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 4 Mar. 2025
Equipment also includes a device to eliminate pesky lunar dusk, which has caked spacesuits and equipment in earlier lunar visits.
—Paul Smaglik, Discover Magazine, 3 Mar. 2025
Remove pesky salt stains from clothing, footwear, flooring, and your vehicle after winter ends.
—Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Apr. 2025
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Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 27 Mar. 2025
If the mildew stains are super pesky, try a mix of Borax and lemon juice and apply to your curtain before washing.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 4 Mar. 2025
Equipment also includes a device to eliminate pesky lunar dusk, which has caked spacesuits and equipment in earlier lunar visits.
—Paul Smaglik, Discover Magazine, 3 Mar. 2025
Remove pesky salt stains from clothing, footwear, flooring, and your vehicle after winter ends.
—Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pesky
Adjective
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Increasing one’s protein intake requires an annoying amount of foresight, a willingness to experience short-term displeasure, or both.—
Hannah Goldfield,
New Yorker,
21 Apr. 2025
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This eye-rolling, annual chore is annoying, obviously, but also tied to the functioning of government.—
Made by History,
Time,
15 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Timing Gaps: Traditional file transfers typically operate on rigid schedules—often daily or even weekly—creating frustrating delays between participant actions and results.—
Charlie Gautreaux,
Forbes.com,
28 Apr. 2025
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As for Arsenal, the Gunners endured a frustrating domestic campaign despite having made it through to the semifinals of the Champions League, while Manchester City has suffered an unlikely drop in form after winning four straight Premier League titles between 2021 and 2024.—
Jamie Barton,
CNN Money,
27 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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In place of intense (and potentially irritating) acids, Mediheal's Madecassoside Blemish Pads target breakouts and breakout-causing bacteria with anti-inflammatory powerhouses madecassoside and cica.—
Sarah Han,
Allure,
25 Apr. 2025
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As the protagonist/antihero, audiences meet everyone through his eyes (and imperious narration) — and in his view, most people are shallow and irritating, especially the residents of Madre Linda.—
Proma Khosla,
IndieWire,
23 Apr. 2025
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“Pesky.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pesky. Accessed 7 May. 2025.
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