irritated
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He remains in the Cy Young conversation, despite pitching only 85 ⅔ innings in the first half because of the Dodgers’ six-man rotation and a missed start stemming from an irritated left knee.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 12, 2026
The ambassador himself has irritated some European officials with his own public comments, and his efforts to build relationships aren’t always welcomed.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 13, 2026
In another, he appeared irritated by what he felt was mocking "quick-fire" questioning.
From BBC ● May 10, 2026
"Few answers are going to be complete, especially when you cut me off all the time," the visibly irritated multibillionaire said as he resumed his duel Thursday morning with the defense attorney for OpenAI.
From Barron's ● Apr. 30, 2026
Mrs. Bessermann is irritated because Siunek pays too much attention to Cesia.
From "The Light in Hidden Places" by Sharon Cameron
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