thorn
Example Sentences
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SNL remains a consistent thorn in his side, especially when Alec Baldwin is playing him.
From Slate • Jun. 11, 2026
While the two countries are quick to talk up their friendship, North Korea's commitment to its nuclear programme has been a thorn in the relationship.
From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026
The star has been a thorn in the side of previous governments.
From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026
Anthropic’s new model, Claude Mythos, has been the latest thorn in the side of the software sector.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 16, 2026
She stepped out of the Wood into the shadow of the haw thorn tree, and looked up the hill at the house where she had grown up.
From "Ash" by Malinda Lo
Vocabulary lists containing thorn
Plants (Botany) - Introduction
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