as in busy
thrusting oneself where one is not welcome or invited
meddlesome neighbors kept asking the couple when they were going to have children
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Recent Examples of meddlesome
However, the fear of being perceived as overly critical or meddlesome can prevent them from speaking up.
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Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 8 May 2025
That stamped out meddlesome primaries by getting Trump on the same page and supporting those candidates, and by saving money that could be used in November instead of in costly intraparty battles.
—Al Weaver, The Hill, 20 Apr. 2025
With little more to do, Brett finds himself in constant ego clashes with his ex-wife Melissa’s (Nora Zehetner) meddlesome new husband, Connor (Josh Ventura).
—Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 23 Feb. 2025
Much to his chagrin, his unnatural spawn makes for a meddlesome son.
—Courtney Howard, Variety, 29 Jan. 2025
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Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 8 May 2025
That stamped out meddlesome primaries by getting Trump on the same page and supporting those candidates, and by saving money that could be used in November instead of in costly intraparty battles.
—Al Weaver, The Hill, 20 Apr. 2025
With little more to do, Brett finds himself in constant ego clashes with his ex-wife Melissa’s (Nora Zehetner) meddlesome new husband, Connor (Josh Ventura).
—Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 23 Feb. 2025
Much to his chagrin, his unnatural spawn makes for a meddlesome son.
—Courtney Howard, Variety, 29 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for meddlesome
Adjective
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In the summer, people here are too busy enjoying themselves—drinking on patios, reading languorous books, stretching weekends in Crystal Beach or Sherkston out over three, four, five days—to do much of any importance.—
Aidan Ryan
June 4,
Literary Hub,
4 June 2025
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But given her busy schedule, Burke said, it’s been a hard date to nail down.—
Bailey Richards,
People.com,
4 June 2025
Adjective
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There’s something officious about Alden Ehrenreich.—
Owen Gleiberman,
Variety,
21 Jan. 2023
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Her charming luxury treasure trove has none of that officious chilliness that defines the typical store of its ilk but instead feels like a brocanterie crammed with interesting, unexpected luxury goods from across the world.—
Mark Ellwood,
Robb Report,
2 Jan. 2023
Adjective
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The Academic Senate also passed a resolution urging the school administration to resist any intrusive government demands for reform.—
Tyler Kingkade,
NBC news,
5 June 2025
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From Meta’s Ray-Ban smart glasses using live facial recognition to workplace monitoring software, AI has evolved beyond mere assistance into proactive—and intrusive—decision-making.—
Vivian Toh,
Forbes.com,
4 June 2025
Adjective
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Mow At Convenient Times There's nothing quite as annoying as enjoying a peaceful slumber on Saturday morning, only to wake up to the sound of a roaring lawn mower.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
8 June 2025
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There’s nothing more annoying than a show about waiting for something to happen.—
Daniel D'Addario,
Variety,
6 June 2025
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“Meddlesome.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/meddlesome. Accessed 18 Jun. 2025.
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