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  • past tense form of irk.
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irked

ADJECTIVE
annoyed
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Antonyms




ADJECTIVE
grumbling
Synonyms
Antonyms
STRONG




ADJECTIVE
provoked
Synonyms
WEAK
Antonyms






Example Sentences

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But on Wednesday the digital sphere will take centre stage, with some European G7 members wanting more security in moves that have irked the United States.

From Barron's • Jun. 17, 2026

It was the removal of wartime leader Churchill that particularly irked politicians earlier this year.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

They announced the search for a new jersey patch sponsor and sent out season ticket renewal notices that irked fans facing high markups.

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026

Hegseth was also reportedly irked by Phelan communicating directly on the matter with Trump, which Hegseth took to be a slight.

From Salon • May 1, 2026

This business of the head-rag irked her endlessly.

From "Their Eyes Were Watching God" by Zora Neale Hurston




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