- present participle of irritate.
irritating
Example Sentences
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For nearly 60 years, “60 Minutes” has stood apart because of its stubborn independence and commitment to irritating powerful people.
From Salon • Jun. 1, 2026
Both substances have similarly irritating effects, despite different ingredients.
From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026
Tinnitus can range from mildly irritating to severely distressing.
From Science Daily • May 15, 2026
This trip to Brooklyn, and the other trips, were a little less irritating, though.
From Barron's • May 3, 2026
“With the exception of some rather irritating posturing in bars, I don’t know if I’ve ever had anyone actually leap to my defense before.”
From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss
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