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pesky

[pes-kee] / ˈpɛs ki /


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As in both earlier games in this series, the Thunder treated a Lakers lead like a pesky gnat, swatting it away with a casual flick as if it never existed.

From Los Angeles Times • May 10, 2026

He first announced the project last summer, claiming it would solve the pesky problem of hosting large groups of guests at the White House, to the supposed benefit of “future Administrations and the American people.”

From Slate • Apr. 30, 2026

The software stock is now 55% off its most recent 52-week high and is dealing with pesky 50-day simple moving-average resistance dating to October.

From Barron's • Mar. 19, 2026

As the White House searches for firmer statutory footing, it will face procedural delays, interagency disputes and more pesky legal challenges.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 23, 2026

"You art loud and pesky," I told him.

From "Sarah, Plain and Tall" by Patricia MacLachlan




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