1
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
In fact, the ancient Roman statesman and philosopher noted that writing about it helped him to find peace with the vexations of growing old.
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Richard Gunderman, The Conversation, 24 Feb. 2025
Following their stunning Super Bowl XVI victory in suburban Detroit over the Cincinnati Bengals, the Niners endured two seasons of sludge and vexation that concluded with a controversial playoff loss.
—Mark Purdy, The Mercury News, 24 Jan. 2025
But a labor union has already voiced its vexation at the technology and e-commerce behemoth.
—Meghan Hall, Sourcing Journal, 23 Jan. 2025
The slowness of California’s vote-counting can be a perennial vexation for the rest of the country, particularly when the balance of power in the House is on the line.
—Lisa Lerer, New York Times, 5 Dec. 2024
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Richard Gunderman, The Conversation, 24 Feb. 2025
Following their stunning Super Bowl XVI victory in suburban Detroit over the Cincinnati Bengals, the Niners endured two seasons of sludge and vexation that concluded with a controversial playoff loss.
—Mark Purdy, The Mercury News, 24 Jan. 2025
But a labor union has already voiced its vexation at the technology and e-commerce behemoth.
—Meghan Hall, Sourcing Journal, 23 Jan. 2025
The slowness of California’s vote-counting can be a perennial vexation for the rest of the country, particularly when the balance of power in the House is on the line.
—Lisa Lerer, New York Times, 5 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for vexation
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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North Texas’ congestion, perhaps to the frustration of many, had more or less returned to normal by 2022, according to data compiled by the Texas A&M Transportation Institute.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
10 July 2025
Noun
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Some headaches are related to muscle tension and can be triggered by stress.9 Hot showers or baths promote relaxation.—
Mark Gurarie,
Verywell Health,
9 July 2025
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These can seem like a real headache for a sole trader who does not have an HR department to take care of all this for them.—
Peter Boolkah,
Forbes.com,
8 July 2025
Noun
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Officers responded to a report of a disturbance involving someone with a gun, according to the department’s initial news release.—
Laura Bauer
July 12,
Kansas City Star,
12 July 2025
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According to Bessette, a preliminary investigation found that a disturbance outside involving a group of individuals led to the shooting.—
Justin Muszynski,
Hartford Courant,
11 July 2025
Noun
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Fortunately, there are ways to manage the dryness and irritation, including taking warm (not hot) baths, using a humidifier and applying a creamy, fragrance-free moisturizer within three minutes of bathing and throughout the day, the AADA notes.—
Elizabeth Yuko,
Flow Space,
7 July 2025
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And despite the tight fit, the fabric felt soft against the skin without any abrasion or irritation.—
Kevin Brouillard,
Travel + Leisure,
3 July 2025
Noun
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The city’s multidisciplinary public task force, established in August 2023, was formed to investigate businesses and properties that have public safety concerns and city ordinance violations like nuisances and municipal offenses.—
PJ Green
July 10,
Kansas City Star,
10 July 2025
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Relocating nuisance beavers isn’t new in western states.—
John Leos,
AZCentral.com,
8 July 2025
Noun
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To the gag order and constant annoyance with any attention the case gets.—
Anna Commander,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 July 2025
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This means that the auditoriums and school gyms and other places where these workers pull long days should be properly air conditioned and stocked with fans, water, ice, electrolyte solutions, and whatever else is needed to ensure the heat remains more of an annoyance than a lethal danger.—
New York Daily News Editorial Board,
New York Daily News,
24 June 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
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James Tolkan plays Gerald Strickland, who worked at Hill Valley High School and, in both 1955 and 1985, was a thorn in the side of the McFlys.—
Jonathon Dornbush,
EW.com,
3 July 2025
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Many people had thoughts about what was said, especially the constant thorn in Puff’s side, 50 Cent.—
Armon Sadler,
VIBE.com,
30 June 2025
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“Vexation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vexation. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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