nuisance

Example Sentences

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Sure, his siblings would tag along sometimes, but they were never a nuisance.

From Literature

The screaming children were an irritation at best, a nuisance at worst.

From Literature

In an update on Saturday afternoon, the force said two protesters had been arrested on suspicion of criminal damage and causing a public nuisance after allegedly attempting to climb pillars near Trafalgar Square.

From BBC

Some Slovenians view the visitors as a nuisance, causing queues and shortages for locals.

From BBC

“It’s such a nuisance and a hassle to have a rental property.”

From The Wall Street Journal