irritation
Example Sentences
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When venture capitalist Bradley Tusk dials others and encounters call screening, his first reaction is irritation.
Bessent’s irritation over the probe stemmed in part from concerns that his delicate dancework to secure Powell’s eventual departure had been trampled on by colleagues who didn’t understand the steps, this person said.
Studies have linked excessive sodium phosphate intake to kidney strain and cardiovascular risks, and carrageenan to digestive inflammation and gut irritation.
From Los Angeles Times
“The samples are only used internally,” she continued, with a bit of irritation in her voice.
From Literature
The export flood also exposes Beijing to increasing irritation among its trading partners, particularly in Europe.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
