vexed
Example Sentences
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But at the time, a teenage Adrian, hoping to break into the more commercial side of the film business, was vexed by his father’s reluctance to pursue Hollywood money-makers.
From Salon ● Jul. 24, 2026
But this move suggests that the producers’ club will only find it harder to navigate the cross-currents of war, economic uncertainty, sanctions, and non-OPEC supply growth that have vexed market management.
From Barron's ● May 4, 2026
Graffiti, trash, trespassing and safety issues at the sprawling mall vexed local officials for so many years that they secured an injunction forcing the property owners to redevelop it or demolish it by August.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 10, 2026
This close alignment with American interests has at times vexed the Danish population.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jan. 20, 2026
And while Luna loved visiting the towns on the other side of the forest, this time the journey also vexed her.
From "The Girl Who Drank the Moon" by Kelly Barnhill
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