irritable
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"At night we're sweating, we're irritable, we have children to look out for, elderly people who need electricity for oxygen tanks," she told the BBC's US partner CBS.
From BBC ● Aug. 23, 2026
A midstage trial for the same drug in adults with irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea and mixed bowel habits will continue to evaluate its efficacy and safety, GSK said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 17, 2026
Upon arriving home, the complaint states, C.K. was extremely drowsy, lethargic and irritable.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 8, 2026
They’re irritable with their loved ones, can’t concentrate, and can’t seem to keep thoughts in their heads.
From Salon ● Jun. 14, 2026
Harry got dressed and was just persuading a disgruntled Hedwig to get back into her cage when Ron banged his way into the room, pulling a sweatshirt over his head and looking irritable.
From "Harry Potter And The Prisoner Of Azkaban" by J.K. Rowling
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