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
According to the Vision Center, prolonged screen use can significantly increase the risk of eye strain in adults, with symptoms such as dryness, irritation, blurred vision and headaches.
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George Toh, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
Getting slowly impatient, mind you, because the D&C arsonist has apparently already set 200+ fires and irritation is only beginning to set in.
—Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 26 June 2025
The formula is lightweight and non-greasy, with a soft, powdery finish that helps prevent irritation without feeling heavy.
—Symiah Dorsey, Southern Living, 22 June 2025
With people spending over two hours a day on social media, each swipe delivers another micro-dose of engagement—or irritation.
—Bylyric Mandell, Forbes.com, 20 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for irritation
George Toh, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
Getting slowly impatient, mind you, because the D&C arsonist has apparently already set 200+ fires and irritation is only beginning to set in.
—Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 26 June 2025
The formula is lightweight and non-greasy, with a soft, powdery finish that helps prevent irritation without feeling heavy.
—Symiah Dorsey, Southern Living, 22 June 2025
With people spending over two hours a day on social media, each swipe delivers another micro-dose of engagement—or irritation.
—Bylyric Mandell, Forbes.com, 20 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for irritation
Recent Examples of Synonyms for irritation
Noun
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More than six months into his presidency, Trump has shown increasing frustration with Putin as a ceasefire deal to end the conflict remains out of reach.—
Cybele Mayes-Osterman,
USA Today,
10 July 2025
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Clark voiced her frustration that one of her teammates wasn’t spending enough time in the gym.—
Elise Devlin,
New York Times,
10 July 2025
Noun
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From exasperation and anguish to elation and relief.—
Chris Waugh,
New York Times,
11 July 2025
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At times, the testimony skidded toward animosity, exasperation and anger over the 205-bed shelter at 4306 W. State St., at a former Salvation Army location that abuts homes in the Veterans Park neighborhood.—
Idaho Statesman,
Idaho Statesman,
8 July 2025
Noun
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Most concerning: The Royals’ lineup is far past the point of frustration and teetering toward pure annoyance for those at The K. Here is how Saturday’s scenario played out.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
13 July 2025
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Don’t think, just play Despite its minor annoyances, Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4 lives up to the hype and should be a day-one treat for gamers worldwide.—
Matt Gardner,
Forbes.com,
11 July 2025
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Trump's supporters have pushed for his administration to release details about Epstein's associates, and many are expressing displeasure at the latest development.—
Nicole Fallert,
USA Today,
10 July 2025
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There is still an entire second half of the MLB season for Volpe to turn things around, but while Yankees fans have been vocal about their displeasure with his play of late, an opposing fan apparently took things too far to the point where his father did not want to hear it.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
7 July 2025
Noun
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Because grief does not respect titles, postcodes or calendars.—
Belal Aftab,
Mercury News,
13 July 2025
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We're filled with grief and devastation the loss of life.—
Joey Garrison,
USA Today,
12 July 2025
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“Irritation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/irritation. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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