irritated
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Athens in turn has been irritated by a Turkish plan to enshrine into domestic law claims over parts of the Aegean.
From Barron's ● Jul. 31, 2026
Her in-laws had a different reaction: “We were showing them the house, and they got more irritated with every room — like, ‘You have books in here too?’
From Salon ● Jul. 23, 2026
But “if you start to feel irritation, or your eyes are stinging or watering, or your nose is beginning to run or feel irritated, that’s a little more serious.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 21, 2026
Provinces pulled US alcohol from shelves and Canadians significantly curbed travel south, which irritated the US in return.
From BBC ● Jun. 4, 2026
“Which is exactly what someone who lives in Washington Heights would say,” he said, prompting an irritated shush from Mr. Sayegh.
From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny
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