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vex

[veks] / vɛks /


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The brevity—and breakneck speed—of many of the new trade deals with the U.S. have left ambiguities that vex swift approvals.

From The Wall Street Journal

This close alignment with American interests has at times vexed the Danish population.

From The Wall Street Journal

More broadly, however, Rogan appeared as torn by the vexed issue of immigration as so many other Americans.

From The Wall Street Journal

Imagine how vexing this has been for Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert, whose gutty season yet again ended with a frustrating fizzle.

From Los Angeles Times

The shortage vexing memory chips is being watched warily by other sectors, particularly companies that rely on semiconductors needed to power AI.

From Barron's