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nagging

[nag-ing] / ˈnæg ɪŋ /


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"She got stuck into gritty, controversial, but crucial causes partly because she had a fine, natural social conscience, but also to assuage nagging feelings of worthlessness."

From BBC ● Sep. 21, 2026

But maybe, just maybe, Marvel fans are feeling a nagging sense of discontent, too.

From Salon ● Sep. 11, 2026

She is in her late 70s and complains of nagging aches and pains, neuropathy, fatigue, anxiety, and occasional changes in her weight.

From Slate ● Sep. 9, 2026

Several anticipate strong cloud revenue growth, though the extent of Oracle’s own spending remains a nagging issue.

From MarketWatch ● Sep. 8, 2026

“Can I tell you something? Ever since we moved up from elementary school, my parents have been nagging me to make new friends. They say Steph is more like us.”

From "A Place at the Table" by Saadia Faruqi and Laura Shovan




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