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Examples of pesky in a Sentence
I've been trying to get rid of this pesky cold for weeks.
the pesky problem of what to do with all the leftovers
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Put a few pepper plants nearby and those pesky worms will stay away.
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Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 17 Apr. 2024
The pesky microalgae often washes up from May through October, when water temperatures rise, but many major resorts are diligent about raking up the seaweed each morning.
—Jacqui Gifford, Travel + Leisure, 9 Apr. 2024
Mass also gets rid of any of the pesky ick of having an immortal fall in love with someone without a developed frontal lobe by introducing the concept of mates, a fantasy term for soulmates based on a biological imperative.
—Ct Jones, Rolling Stone, 6 Apr. 2024
But fear not, because Vet's Best Allergy Itch Relief Dog Shampoo is here to help alleviate any pesky itchiness.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 3 Apr. 2024
LaMelo Ball’s pesky troublesome ankles, Cody Martin’s languishing knee problems, Mark Williams’ back trouble — which apparently also involves a bone issue — and Miles Bridges’ legal woes robbed Clifford of any legitimate shot at success.
—Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 4 Apr. 2024
Stock up on the popular Dr. Scholl's Time Off Sneakers for walking-heavy trips, the waterproof Sorel Brex Chelsea Boots to stay one step ahead of those pesky April showers, and the versatile Tory Burch Women's Ballet Loafers to put a sleek finishing touch on your favorite travel looks.
—Amber Love Bond, Travel + Leisure, 23 Mar. 2024
Sit back, relax, and forget about those pesky household chores.
—Georgie Peru, PCMAG, 20 Mar. 2024
The pesky rodent survived, and the putt fell about 54 seconds later — and the stroke counted.
—Marlene Lenthang, NBC News, 18 Mar. 2024
Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 17 Apr. 2024
The pesky microalgae often washes up from May through October, when water temperatures rise, but many major resorts are diligent about raking up the seaweed each morning.
—Jacqui Gifford, Travel + Leisure, 9 Apr. 2024
Mass also gets rid of any of the pesky ick of having an immortal fall in love with someone without a developed frontal lobe by introducing the concept of mates, a fantasy term for soulmates based on a biological imperative.
—Ct Jones, Rolling Stone, 6 Apr. 2024
But fear not, because Vet's Best Allergy Itch Relief Dog Shampoo is here to help alleviate any pesky itchiness.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 3 Apr. 2024
LaMelo Ball’s pesky troublesome ankles, Cody Martin’s languishing knee problems, Mark Williams’ back trouble — which apparently also involves a bone issue — and Miles Bridges’ legal woes robbed Clifford of any legitimate shot at success.
—Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 4 Apr. 2024
Stock up on the popular Dr. Scholl's Time Off Sneakers for walking-heavy trips, the waterproof Sorel Brex Chelsea Boots to stay one step ahead of those pesky April showers, and the versatile Tory Burch Women's Ballet Loafers to put a sleek finishing touch on your favorite travel looks.
—Amber Love Bond, Travel + Leisure, 23 Mar. 2024
Sit back, relax, and forget about those pesky household chores.
—Georgie Peru, PCMAG, 20 Mar. 2024
The pesky rodent survived, and the putt fell about 54 seconds later — and the stroke counted.
—Marlene Lenthang, NBC News, 18 Mar. 2024
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“Pesky.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pesky. Accessed 25 Apr. 2024.
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