as in annoying
causing annoyance
the pesky problem of what to do with all the leftovers
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Recent Examples of pesky
The Yankees have believed that Vivas can at least be pesky at the plate.
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Brendan Kuty, New York Times, 19 May 2025
Not only does this bodysuit boast a snap-free design (no pesky snap dilemmas in the loo), it’s also made with the buttery-soft dreamknit fabric.
—Madison Yauger, People.com, 10 May 2025
Defense hawks on Capitol Hill would rather the Pentagon avoid those pesky, first-order questions.
—Daniel R. Depetris, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 May 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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Brendan Kuty, New York Times, 19 May 2025
Not only does this bodysuit boast a snap-free design (no pesky snap dilemmas in the loo), it’s also made with the buttery-soft dreamknit fabric.
—Madison Yauger, People.com, 10 May 2025
Defense hawks on Capitol Hill would rather the Pentagon avoid those pesky, first-order questions.
—Daniel R. Depetris, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 May 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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Mow At Convenient Times There's nothing quite as annoying as enjoying a peaceful slumber on Saturday morning, only to wake up to the sound of a roaring lawn mower.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
8 June 2025
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There’s nothing more annoying than a show about waiting for something to happen.—
Daniel D'Addario,
Variety,
6 June 2025
Adjective
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All of which is just my way of explaining why fans, who love these stories, might be distraught and might see all the success Martin has had thanks to his unfinished work and the support of his fans, as frustrating.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
3 June 2025
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To help avoid these frustrating and disappointing situations, travelers should plan to bring along a healthy dose of skepticism on their next trip—and think twice before paying for any offer that sounds too good to be true.—
Jessica Puckett,
Travel + Leisure,
3 June 2025
Adjective
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The Panthers’ illuminating and irritating game defined their full identity.—
Dave Hyde,
Sun Sentinel,
10 June 2025
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Absences through injury have been an irritating constant throughout Welbeck’s career.—
Andy Naylor,
New York Times,
29 May 2025
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“Pesky.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pesky. Accessed 18 Jun. 2025.
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