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as in frightening
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as in annoying
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as in killing
to use up all the physical energy of
had been visibly harassed by the demands of the presidency
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Recent Examples of harassing
Sarah Cutler, Idaho Statesman, 8 Apr. 2025
Virginia law prohibits the unlawful use of the information provided on the Virginia Sex Offender Registry for purposes of intimidating or harassing an individual listed on the registry.
—Gordon G. Chang, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Apr. 2025
Some of this is holding buildings hostage, making threats against other students, especially harassing Jewish students.
—Luke Garrett, NPR, 7 Apr. 2025
Cornett appears to be the victim of a vicious and false internet rumor that resulted in her being overwhelmed with harassing texts and voice mails, barely able to leave her dorm room, having to switch to online classes, and getting her family house Swatted.
—Nicole Kraft, Forbes.com, 6 Apr. 2025
In August 2024, police responded to a domestic disturbance call from Rodriguez’s ex-girlfriend, who said that Rodriguez had been stalking and harassing her since the end of their relationship, according to a statement.
—Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 Apr. 2025
Greene, who was married to the far-right politician for nearly 30 years, was caught on camera harassing the three women in a mall parking lot in Alpharetta, just north of Atlanta.
—Muri Assunção, New York Daily News, 5 Apr. 2025
At the top of the witness list, which came in alphabetical order, is Aidan Kearney, a local news blogger who was charged with harassing and intimidating witnesses during the first trial.
—Michael Ruiz, FOXNews.com, 31 Mar. 2025
Richmond scored 16 points on 6-10 shooting from the field and pulled down five offensive rebounds, harassing the Red Storm on the glass.
—Paul Du Quenoy, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 Mar. 2025
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People experiencing homelessness have frequently camped in the area, using or selling drugs and at times harassing residents living and working nearby, according to emails between eight business owners and Boise officials, obtained by the Idaho Statesman through a public records request.
—Sarah Cutler, Idaho Statesman, 8 Apr. 2025
Virginia law prohibits the unlawful use of the information provided on the Virginia Sex Offender Registry for purposes of intimidating or harassing an individual listed on the registry.
—Gordon G. Chang, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Apr. 2025
Some of this is holding buildings hostage, making threats against other students, especially harassing Jewish students.
—Luke Garrett, NPR, 7 Apr. 2025
Cornett appears to be the victim of a vicious and false internet rumor that resulted in her being overwhelmed with harassing texts and voice mails, barely able to leave her dorm room, having to switch to online classes, and getting her family house Swatted.
—Nicole Kraft, Forbes.com, 6 Apr. 2025
In August 2024, police responded to a domestic disturbance call from Rodriguez’s ex-girlfriend, who said that Rodriguez had been stalking and harassing her since the end of their relationship, according to a statement.
—Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 Apr. 2025
Greene, who was married to the far-right politician for nearly 30 years, was caught on camera harassing the three women in a mall parking lot in Alpharetta, just north of Atlanta.
—Muri Assunção, New York Daily News, 5 Apr. 2025
At the top of the witness list, which came in alphabetical order, is Aidan Kearney, a local news blogger who was charged with harassing and intimidating witnesses during the first trial.
—Michael Ruiz, FOXNews.com, 31 Mar. 2025
Richmond scored 16 points on 6-10 shooting from the field and pulled down five offensive rebounds, harassing the Red Storm on the glass.
—Paul Du Quenoy, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 Mar. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for harassing
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After the frightening threat, the man suddenly ran off in an unknown direction.—
Roni Jacobson,
New York Daily News,
25 Apr. 2025
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Serena Joy Waterford is among the most frightening, dead-hearted women ever written for the small screen.—
Amanda Whiting,
Vulture,
22 Apr. 2025
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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Structured as entries in Emily’s field journal, the novel lays out her aims, her curmudgeonly nature and her pestiferous relationship with one Wendell Bambleby — a charismatic fellow researcher and sometime rival who Emily suspects is a fairy himself.—
Amal El-Mohtar,
New York Times,
14 Apr. 2023
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Disease relies on a variety of pestiferous vectors for the transmission of infective bacteria.—
Rebecca Kreston,
Discover Magazine,
31 May 2016
Adjective
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Inevitably, this detention will have a severe chilling effect on peoples' willingness to come to court on all matters of disputes, both civil and criminal.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Apr. 2025
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While some lawmakers, such as EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin, have publicly denied any targeting, the concern alone is having a chilling effect across the field.—
Natalie Madeira Cofield,
Forbes.com,
22 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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An inquisitive crowd was lined up down the Leonard Street sidewalk, where performers dressed in rose gold dresses welcomed guests into the annual Tribeca Ball.—
Kristen Tauer,
Footwear News,
16 Apr. 2025
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In the coming years, across sectors, curious and inquisitive individuals who demonstrate strong learning agility, and an ability to fuse human and machine skills will become top talent.—
Amanda Kavanagh | This Column was created by Jobbio,
The Hill,
4 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The frontman proved expressive and animated despite serious hearing issues that sidelined him for a few scary years, and a voice that, understandably, doesn’t always have the sustain and power of earlier days.—
Katherine Turman,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Apr. 2025
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Stocks have outperformed cash, bonds, and inflation by a wide margin over the long term despite many setbacks, many much scarier than tariffs or recession.—
Bill Stone,
Forbes.com,
19 Apr. 2025
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Though any attempt by India to impede the flow of the rivers going into Pakistan would take years to take effect, Islamabad viewed the move as alarming enough to be considered an act of war.—
Brady Knox,
The Washington Examiner,
24 Apr. 2025
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But the prison has an alarming secret, U.S. congressional investigators disclosed last year.—
Sebastian Rotella,
ProPublica,
23 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The teaser trailer showcases the epic highs and lows of professional football, with a focus on the lows, as all of this looks terrifying.—
Alejandra Gularte,
Vulture,
18 Apr. 2025
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But despite the terrifying name, giant viruses aren’t necessarily any more dangerous than a standard-sized species.—
Andrew Paul,
Popular Science,
17 Apr. 2025
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“Harassing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/harassing. Accessed 1 May. 2025.
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