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as in to annoy
to disturb the peace of mind of (someone) especially by repeated disagreeable acts
it really aggravates me when I arrive 10 minutes before the stated closing time, and the store's closed already
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Recent Examples of aggravate
On direct appeal, the Florida Supreme Court vacated the death sentence and remanded the case for reconsideration over the trial court's handling of aggravating and mitigating factors in the case.
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Amanda Lee Myers,
USA Today,
24 June 2026
In August 2023, Shirilla was convicted of murder, felonious assault, aggravated vehicular homicide, drug possession, and criminal tools possession (psilocybin mushrooms and a scale were found at the crime scene).
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Bethy Squires,
Vulture,
24 June 2026
Peña left in the sixth after aggravating a previous hamstring injury on a swing.
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ABC News,
22 June 2026
Pulisic sustained, or aggravated, a calf injury last week during a stellar first half against Paraguay.
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Filip Bondy,
New York Daily News,
19 June 2026
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Amanda Lee Myers,
USA Today,
24 June 2026
In August 2023, Shirilla was convicted of murder, felonious assault, aggravated vehicular homicide, drug possession, and criminal tools possession (psilocybin mushrooms and a scale were found at the crime scene).
—
Bethy Squires,
Vulture,
24 June 2026
Peña left in the sixth after aggravating a previous hamstring injury on a swing.
—
ABC News,
22 June 2026
Pulisic sustained, or aggravated, a calf injury last week during a stellar first half against Paraguay.
—
Filip Bondy,
New York Daily News,
19 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for aggravate
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Paraguay’s tactics, seeking to frustrate and disrupt France, had annoyed Henry as well as the current team and coach.
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Others are annoyed that its ambiguous language will create confusion over how — or if — the state will enforce compliance.
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The uninterrupted sun dries out soil increasing drought risk, and light winds allow pollutants to build up, worsening air quality, particularly in urban areas.
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People in the area are advised to remain ready to leave again if conditions worsen.
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Avoid potentially irritating actives Immediately after shaving is not the time to reach for your strongest skin-care products.
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While some of my linen pieces feel scratchy, this one is ultra soft and doesn’t irritate my sensitive skin.
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Recent allegations of irregularities in government recruitment exams have only deepened frustrations among some young Indians.
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South Korean officials and experts say the vessel was likely built with Russian assistance amid deepening military ties between the countries, but some analysts have questioned how effective the vessel would be in active service.
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For all the chatter about his choices in handbags, Haaland doesn’t seem remotely bothered.
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What bothers me is the foot-dragging, the spinning in circles, the slow degradation of these characters into annoying stereotypes.
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The heat wave comes as scientists warn that climate change is exacerbating the frequency and intensity of extreme weather events.
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The budget shortfall has been exacerbated by a decline in births and a reduction of immigration, resulting in fewer taxpayers at the same time that many Baby Boomers have begun receiving benefits.
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What really bugs me about this moment, and about the battle and its aftermath, is the lack of feeling.
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The necessity of the trip at all is what's been bugging me.
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If employees are expected to produce the same output in less time without better systems in place, the pressure simply intensifies.
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Europe's automotive industry faces a severe crisis, intensified by the EU's 2035 electric vehicle mandate and fierce Chinese competition.
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“Aggravate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/aggravate. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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