as in annoyed
subjected to and reacting with irritation
irritated viewers were bombarding the station with complaints about the game's delayed start
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as in bothered
to disturb the peace of mind of (someone) especially by repeated disagreeable acts
constant chatter irritated the student, who was trying to concentrate on a hard assignment
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Isabella Murray, ABC News, 1 Oct. 2024
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At the time, Walz appeared visibly irritated by his opponents' attacks.
—Isabella Murray, ABC News, 1 Oct. 2024
This facial serum is a game-changer for calming irritated, acne-prone skin.
—Jessica Copeland, Rolling Stone, 9 Oct. 2024
Product Recommendations for every skin type: Environ Vita Complex Super Moisture +
This fast absorbing moisturizer contains humectants and emollients to combat dry, tight, irritated skin.
—Shani Hillian, Essence, 8 Oct. 2024
For irritated skin, look for a mask with a cooling effect and soothing ingredients, such as 111Skin’s Rose Gold Brightening Mask Set.
—Lauren Valenti, Vogue, 4 Oct. 2024
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Naturally, the pilot flies Keith and Joan over the mansion to make the guys — who are all hanging out in the pool — annoyed and jealous.Kristen Baldwin, EW.com, 17 Oct. 2024
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The Top Dawg Entertainment rapper was minding her business getting braided when an annoyed customer voiced their frustrations to comedian Exavier TV — playing the role of a barber — about a quick flip of cash not working out.Michael Saponara, Billboard, 17 Oct. 2024
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The script got several studios and streamers hot and bothered.Justin Kroll, Deadline, 31 Oct. 2024
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None of that bothered Zuccarini, who recognized Funke’s talent for putting innovative spins on old-world Italian dishes.Seth Abramovitch, The Hollywood Reporter, 9 Aug. 2024
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Here’s how to counter a less-than-ideal offer and negotiate for a higher wage: Watch your tone Negotiations are fraught with emotion; offering a curt response or exasperated sigh could kill the discussion, fast.Morgan Smith, CNBC, 14 Oct. 2024
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On her face is something halfway between a grimace and an incredulous smile—a facial expression that many Harris supporters likely recognize as a universal, exasperated response to a Trump rant.Charlie Warzel, The Atlantic, 11 Sep. 2024
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Intimations of violence are regular features of Trump rhetoric, and many of his supporters may be angry enough to respond.Barton Gellman, TIME, 24 Oct. 2024
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The set includes eight emotions: happy, sad, angry, surprised, silly, anxious, loved, and tired.Toby Rose, Parents, 24 Oct. 2024
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New York 17th District GOP Rep. Mike Lawler won his first term in 2022, marking an upset against then-Rep. Sean Patrick Maloney, the chair of House Democrats' campaign arm.Tal Axelrod, ABC News, 4 Nov. 2024
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Hopefully, those people upset with the results turn to music to express their frustration.Steve Baltin, Forbes, 3 Nov. 2024
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In response, the former owner has been charged with one count of aggravated cruelty to animals and one count of overdriving, torturing, and injuring animals.Kelli Bender, Peoplemag, 13 Aug. 2024
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Carter was found guilty of aggravated assault against a 1-year-old child, according to the Portland Press Herald.Landon Mion, Fox News, 14 Sep. 2024
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“Irritated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/irritated. Accessed 9 Nov. 2024.
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