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as in harassment
the act of making unwelcome intrusions upon another
the repeated vexations guaranteed that she wouldn't get any work done
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as in frustration
the feeling of impatience or anger caused by another's repeated disagreeable acts
he suppressed his rising vexation and answered as politely as he could
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as in headache
something that is a source of irritation
add cell phones to the list of vexations that theatergoers have to contend with
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Recent Examples of vexation
The seat assignment saga is the latest point of vexation in a World Cup ticketing process that has soured fans on FIFA and its banner event.
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Henry Bushnell,
New York Times,
8 Apr. 2026
Much to the vexation of ecologists, these plants can still be legally bought and sold in Indiana.
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Sophie Hartley,
IndyStar,
12 Mar. 2026
My vexation over the state of my Suburban quickly turned to concern.
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Melissa Willets,
Parents,
5 Feb. 2026
Hard to say, but homeless people are now omnipresent, to the vexation of downtown boosters.
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U T Readers,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 Dec. 2025
See All Example Sentences for vexation
Henry Bushnell,
New York Times,
8 Apr. 2026
Much to the vexation of ecologists, these plants can still be legally bought and sold in Indiana.
—
Sophie Hartley,
IndyStar,
12 Mar. 2026
My vexation over the state of my Suburban quickly turned to concern.
—
Melissa Willets,
Parents,
5 Feb. 2026
Hard to say, but homeless people are now omnipresent, to the vexation of downtown boosters.
—
U T Readers,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 Dec. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for vexation
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Court paperwork shows Deshong is facing charges of harassment, indecent assault and stalking.
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He has been accused by more than 80 women of misconduct, ranging from harassment to rape, over decades and in multiple jurisdictions around the world.
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This would let traffic flow, which is so necessary for the vitality and economy of Chicago; provide a safer route for bikers; and ease the frustration of all of those on the streets of Chicago.
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Spence also appears to be absorbing the blame for broader failures, with Thomas Tuchel’s touchline frustrations obvious and — for a player still establishing himself at this level — that scrutiny is unlikely to help.
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Intense exercise on a sizzling day can lead to extreme fatigue, impaired performance, headache, irritability, nausea, dizziness, cramping and dehydration, all symptoms of exertional heat illness.
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Hantavirus pulmonary syndrome causes fatigue, fever, muscle aches, abdominal problems, headaches, chills and dizziness in the early stages, and late symptoms include chest tightness, coughing, shortness of breath and lungs filling with fluid.
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Even tiny electromagnetic disturbances can disrupt the quantum states that perform calculations, reducing the accuracy and reliability of the system.
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However, about 15 minutes into the flight, a pilot reported a passenger disturbance to air traffic control.
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The ribbed fabric is constructed with minimal seams to keep your skin comfortable and irritation-free in humid weather.
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Though more popular for your skin, when applied to your scalp and strands, the ingredient sloughs off buildup, soothes irritation, reduces dandruff, and controls oil production.
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And to add insult to social and cultural injury, the new policies also present a logistical nuisance.
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In New York, night clubs were sometimes regarded as a civic nuisance; one obstacle was the city’s cabaret law, from 1926, which required bars to obtain a special permit if patrons were dancing and was not fully repealed until 2017.
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Friedland describes the ritual with the mixture of reverence and annoyance that marks many of his best observations.
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Game changer, annoyance, or something in between?
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When even her attempts at enjoying life’s simpler pleasures — like some chicken parm and coconut cream pie at home with a glass of wine — go tragically awry, Patricia’s disappointment and exasperation are both hilarious and painfully palpable.
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Around midday, a group of disappointed Alaskans emerged from their state’s pavilion with exasperation.
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“Vexation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vexation. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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