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as in clash
a physical dispute between opposing individuals or groups
the moment the police arrived, the hassle broke up, and no one was seriously injured
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as in dispute
an often noisy or angry expression of differing opinions
had a huge hassle with an airline representative before she got her ticket refunded
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as in headache
something that is a source of irritation
it's a hassle to find a parking space downtown
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as in to taunt
to attack repeatedly with mean put-downs or insults
a small group of jeering protesters hassled the politically active singer at every appearance she made
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as in to bicker
to express different opinions about something often angrily
constantly hassled with the chef over the need to cook pork thoroughly
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Recent Examples of hassle
Joann Muller, Axios, 9 Apr. 2025
The slim and compact Otterbox MagSafe Wireless Charging Bank can attach directly to your iPhone or MagSafe-compatible iPhone case to juice up your device without the hassle of any cords.
—Cierra Cowan, PC Magazine, 3 Apr. 2025
Sarah Larson, The New Yorker, 8 Dec. 2024
The coyote had been hassling workers on forklifts and trucks at United Concrete in Wallingford on Tuesday morning, according to WTNH.
—Theresa Braine, New York Daily News, 4 Dec. 2024
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Noun
The big picture: The hassles and costs of owning a car in urban areas have fueled the growth of ride-hailing platforms, especially among younger people.
—Joann Muller, Axios, 9 Apr. 2025
The slim and compact Otterbox MagSafe Wireless Charging Bank can attach directly to your iPhone or MagSafe-compatible iPhone case to juice up your device without the hassle of any cords.
—Cierra Cowan, PC Magazine, 3 Apr. 2025
Verb
Couldn’t be bothered, couldn’t be hassled with anything.
—Sarah Larson, The New Yorker, 8 Dec. 2024
The coyote had been hassling workers on forklifts and trucks at United Concrete in Wallingford on Tuesday morning, according to WTNH.
—Theresa Braine, New York Daily News, 4 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hassle
Noun
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Victor Perez was shot 9 times during an encounter on April 5.—
Phaedra Trethan,
USA Today,
19 Apr. 2025
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The family of a Rancho Cucamonga resident who died after an encounter with San Bernardino County sheriff’s deputies last year is suing the city and the Sheriff’s Department, alleging excessive force and wrongful death.—
Cerys Davies,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Apr. 2025
Noun
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This square can spark clashes between the need for stability (Taurus) and the desire for bold self-expression (Leo).—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
19 Apr. 2025
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With nearly 8 million Venezuelans displaced—the second-largest migration globally and the largest ever within South America—the film captures rising tensions, cultural clashes, and radicalization in Chile’s border communities.—
Leo Barraclough,
Variety,
17 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Book dispute is one of three religious rights cases The case is one of three religious rights cases the Supreme Court is deciding in the coming weeks, and appears likely to be part of a recent trend of the court siding with religious rights advocates.—
Maureen Groppe,
USA Today,
23 Apr. 2025
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Billing disputes, debt collections and other leading indicators of bankruptcy are also on the rise.—
Alain Sherter,
CBS News,
22 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Aside from her talk about specific songs, Roan also opened up about the creative process, which can sometimes be a massive headache, despite her being known for her catalog of fun and peppy songs.—
Mathew Rodriguez,
Them.,
17 Apr. 2025
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Making matters worse, China’s been a real headache for Starbucks, even before the tariffs, on increasing local competition and tepid growth in the world’s second-largest economy.—
Morgan Chittum,
CNBC,
16 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Sometimes songs are written by fan clubs and are tailored to taunt that day’s opponent.—
Joshua Kloke,
New York Times,
12 Apr. 2025
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The man’s life is unraveling because of the grief that takes the form of an unhinged and unwanted houseguest – a crow – that taunts him from the shadows.—
Mike Fleming Jr,
Deadline,
9 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Sorrell also said bickering by leadership is affecting the community.—
Samantha Moilanen,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Mar. 2025
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Pratt, whose character plays like a cross between Han Solo and Jack Burton, is gifted with a moment or two, bickering with Herman like a married couple and yeeting cars at Sentre headquarters.—
Courtney Howard,
Variety,
7 Mar. 2025
Noun
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The Holy Roman Empire army did eventually move on from the camp, engaging in several skirmishes with the Swedish army stationed nearby.—
Brendan Rascius,
Miami Herald,
18 Apr. 2025
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Today’s group readies to replay the opening battle skirmish, practicing to get their roles down for the upcoming anniversary celebration.—
Melanie Stetson Freeman,
Christian Science Monitor,
17 Apr. 2025
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Now, with the controversy behind him, Benn has the opportunity to finally face Eubank in the ring.—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes.com,
26 Apr. 2025
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Despite the controversy, for the Hilton, that doesn't change the imperative to serve.—
Major Garrett,
CBS News,
26 Apr. 2025
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“Hassle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hassle. Accessed 30 Apr. 2025.
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