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pesky

adjective

causing irritation or annoyance

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Word Facts

Word length
5
Starts with
P
Ends with
Y
Contains
ES
Scrabble score
14
Database source
OEWN 2025 Core

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Pronunciation

ˈpɛski

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Meaning

Definitions

adjective

  1. causing irritation or annoyance

    “tapping an annoying rhythm on his glass with his fork”

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Example Sentences

tapping an annoying rhythm on his glass with his fork
aircraft noise is particularly bothersome near the airport
found it galling to have to ask permission
an irritating delay
nettlesome paperwork

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