irked
Example Sentences
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Hegseth was also reportedly irked by Phelan communicating directly on the matter with Trump, which Hegseth took to be a slight.
From Salon • May 1, 2026
Anaheim Mayor Ashleigh Aitken, who remains irked by Moreno branding the team with a Los Angeles name, has been a season-ticket holder far longer than she has been mayor.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026
But it was the removal of wartime leader Churchill that particularly irked politicians.
From BBC • Mar. 14, 2026
But their recommendations have often irked chief executives and their boards, especially over issues related to executive pay, climate-change disclosures and staff diversity.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 28, 2026
It had irked Cole, watching his sports gear, including his dirt bike, snowmobile, bicycle, skis, and even his helmet, all sold through a newspaper ad Hke some junk at a cheap garage sale.
From "Touching Spirit Bear" by Ben Mikaelsen
