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irritation

[ir-i-tey-shuhn] / ˌɪr ɪˈteɪ ʃən /




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Even the magic button that summons Diet Cokes to the Oval Office reappeared on the Resolute Desk last January, much to the irritation of the Secretary of Health and Human Services.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026

Just the sort of low-grade irritation that makes you want to be gently contained by dinner.

From Salon • May 12, 2026

How her skin would tingle with the first signs of irritation after just a few hours outside.

From BBC • May 7, 2026

Roberts quoted this second interview with evident irritation.

From Slate • Apr. 21, 2026

He trailed away, sat smoking for some moments, an expression of frustration and vague irritation on his face.

From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt




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