as in headache
something that is a source of irritation
your constant questions are a thorn in my side
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Recent Examples of thorn
The eight bedrooms—four of which can be joined to make two family suites—are set far apart on a gravel pathway through the winter thorn forest (the furthest a brisk five-minute walk from the living area).
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026
Since the win, Jacob Fatu has been the biggest thorn in his side.
—Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 31 May 2026
Injuries proved to be the thorn.
—Joel Lorenzi, New York Times, 31 May 2026
But then there's Dixie Bennings (LeAnn Rimes), a ruthless country singer and the thorn in Don's side.
—Britt Hayes, Entertainment Weekly, 28 May 2026
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026
Since the win, Jacob Fatu has been the biggest thorn in his side.
—Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 31 May 2026
Injuries proved to be the thorn.
—Joel Lorenzi, New York Times, 31 May 2026
But then there's Dixie Bennings (LeAnn Rimes), a ruthless country singer and the thorn in Don's side.
—Britt Hayes, Entertainment Weekly, 28 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for thorn
Noun
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Lyme disease, causing a fever, headache, fatigue, and a characteristic skin rash called erythema migrans.—
Sophie Lindberg,
Kansas City Star,
8 June 2026
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Persistent headaches, scratchy throats and that foggy, fatigued feeling that never quite lifts may not be a virus or seasonal pollen.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Charlotte Observer,
8 June 2026
Noun
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Plaskolite was cited for causing a public nuisance, according to AQMD documents.—
Jason Henry,
Oc Register,
30 May 2026
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When to See a Doctor For the vast majority of new parents, dry skin is a temporary, frustrating nuisance that resolves as your hormones stabilize and your body adjusts to its new rhythm.—
Lauren Brown West-Rosenthal,
Parents,
28 May 2026
Noun
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Asked about Valdez, Bis said law enforcement deployed chemical irritants including pepper balls, but not rubber bullets, after agitators attempted to breach the perimeter at Glass House Farms.—
Andrea Castillo,
Los Angeles Times,
26 May 2026
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Health experts said that methyl methacrylate — a flammable plastic epoxy that generates its own heat — is a respiratory irritant and potential exposure could lead to lung, skin and eye irritation, nausea and dizziness.—
Austin Turner,
CBS News,
24 May 2026
Noun
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Those frustrations turned to elation last summer when not only did Uzbekistan finally qualify, but did so with a game to spare when edging out the United Arab Emirates and Qatar in their group.—
Tim Spiers,
New York Times,
10 June 2026
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Rajoub refused the entreaty, much to the frustration and embarrassment of Infantino.—
Scott M. Reid,
Oc Register,
10 June 2026
Noun
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Some consumers find the strap rubs or digs into the back of the heel.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
29 May 2026
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Suitable gifts for this guy—a barbecue blanket for resting meats, or a selection of dry rubs geared to smoking.—
Catharine Kaufman,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 May 2026
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“Thorn.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/thorn. Accessed 12 Jun. 2026.
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