as in frustration
the feeling of impatience or anger caused by another's repeated disagreeable acts
Dad's general irritation at the incessant complaining coming from the back seat of the car
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Recent Examples of irritation
Is irritation or defensiveness your initial response?
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Usa Today, USA Today, 31 Mar. 2026
According to the dermatologist, using expired sunscreen can leave your skin vulnerable to sun damage and increase your risk of irritation or infection if the bottle has been contaminated.
—Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 Mar. 2026
If the irritation or burning sensation continues after home treatment, see a doctor.
—Rachel Raposas, PEOPLE, 31 Mar. 2026
Below, a sampling of irritations.
—Lois K. Solomon, Sun Sentinel, 30 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for irritation
Usa Today, USA Today, 31 Mar. 2026
According to the dermatologist, using expired sunscreen can leave your skin vulnerable to sun damage and increase your risk of irritation or infection if the bottle has been contaminated.
—Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 Mar. 2026
If the irritation or burning sensation continues after home treatment, see a doctor.
—Rachel Raposas, PEOPLE, 31 Mar. 2026
Below, a sampling of irritations.
—Lois K. Solomon, Sun Sentinel, 30 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for irritation
Recent Examples of Synonyms for irritation
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New transparency tools aim to help travelers understand disruptions and reduce frustration during delays and cancellations.—
Zach Wichter,
USA Today,
1 Apr. 2026
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And while the Hennepin County Board of Commissioners approved covering the overrun, most of which will come from the county's unrestricted fund balance, frustration is clearly building.—
Ubah Ali,
CBS News,
31 Mar. 2026
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Both reflect a deep passion for a particular place—Johnson’s Middle Tennessee, Hiaasen’s South Florida—and a mixture of exasperation and grief at the destruction of the natural world to make room for megamansions and toxic waste dumps.—
Francine Prose,
The New York Review of Books,
4 Apr. 2026
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Lewis portrays Curator as a frustrated employee pushing against institutional norms and stagnation, balancing exasperation and displaying a knack for physical comedy.—
Michelle F. Solomon,
Miami Herald,
3 Apr. 2026
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What This Means for South Florida’s Outdoor Diners For the millions of residents and visitors who eat outdoors along South Florida’s coast each year, the research reframes a familiar annoyance.—
Samantha Agate,
Miami Herald,
30 Mar. 2026
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In order to make sure horses keep their cool among loud, unpredictable crowds, officers do desensitization training with speakers, sirens, inflatable tube men, kazoos, fireworks, flags and all manner of annoyances.—
AJ Willingham,
AJC.com,
27 Mar. 2026
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Fans have voiced their displeasure for the team’s underwhelming performance throughout the season, most notably during the first 11 games of the season before Harrison’s firing.—
Mike Curtis,
Dallas Morning News,
30 Mar. 2026
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Mary Morgan, an organizer of the Wauconda rally, said people were happy getting to know there were feelings of displeasure with current events in a community that is known to be more conservative and Republican.—
Steve Sadin,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Mar. 2026
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Both reflect a deep passion for a particular place—Johnson’s Middle Tennessee, Hiaasen’s South Florida—and a mixture of exasperation and grief at the destruction of the natural world to make room for megamansions and toxic waste dumps.—
Francine Prose,
The New York Review of Books,
4 Apr. 2026
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Lawrence explained that the series was originally designed around a three-season arc focusing on grief, forgiveness and moving forward.—
Kennedy French,
Variety,
4 Apr. 2026
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“Irritation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/irritation. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.
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