thorn

Example Sentences

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The data highlights that inflation remains a thorn in the side of the RBA, and that an increase in interest rates at the start of February is highly likely to be repeated in coming months.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 25, 2026

But for Freeman, it is his contact numbers that have been a thorn in his side all offseason.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 24, 2026

Supply shortages in the memory market have been a thorn in the side of technology companies, and Qualcomm is feeling the pain as well.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 4, 2026

While the business will continue to be a thorn in Elevance’s side, “we have reflected that in our planning assumptions,” Boudreaux said.

From Barron's • Jan. 28, 2026

The remaining bone of contention is a thorn in his side and an albatross around his neck.

From "Woe Is I" by Patricia T. O'Conner