annoyance

Example Sentences

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Another thing they can agree on: The compounding effect of start-stop annoyance.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

For some passengers, the flight disruptions went far beyond the annoyance of being stranded.

From Barron's • Mar. 1, 2026

His actions have coincided with his annoyance at not being awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for his efforts to seek peace in the world.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 28, 2026

Accordingly, he grants annoyance “a permanent seat at the table” but not the floor.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 27, 2026

He took his own food from a large leather wallet hanging at his side, and sat on a rock, chewing glumly; he snorted with annoyance between every mouthful, and occasionally held his breath.

From "The Book of Three" by Lloyd Alexander