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frustrate

[fruhs-treyt] / ˈfrʌs treɪt /


Example Sentences

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Sauer couldn’t give a straight answer, which seemed to frustrate the justice.

From Slate • Apr. 1, 2026

Bishop Alemany baseball coach Randy Thompson has been known to frustrate Harvard-Westlake, and his son, Brody, had big game on Friday.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 21, 2026

Chelsea's huddles appeared to frustrate Aston Villa players and fans during the Blues' recent 4-1 win at Villa Park, with the home fans booing the visitors during the half-time interval.

From BBC • Mar. 14, 2026

"National power is less about missiles and aircraft and more about the will and resolve of the people," Khamenei said, adding: "Show it again and frustrate the enemy."

From Barron's • Feb. 9, 2026

You would help these men to hunt me and frustrate me in my designs!

From "Dracula" by Bram Stoker