harass
verb (used with object)
to disturb or bother persistently; torment, as with troubles or cares; pester.
harasses
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present tense formof harass (3rd person singular).present tense
Used to describe things happening now or regularly.
Example Sentences
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But an 18-month investigation by the BBC finds it takes over people's lives, separates people from their loved ones and harasses its critics.
From BBC ● Apr. 4, 2023
The 36-year-old Walters said Wednesday that he envisions putting together a program that scores in bunches, stops the run and routinely harasses opposing quarterbacks.
From Seattle Times ● Dec. 14, 2022
Bugs Bunny finds himself tangled up with a snobby opera singer who repeatedly harasses him for singing and performing too loudly as the divo attempts to rehearse.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 31, 2022
Youngsoon, who lives with a roommate in a rural area, tells Gamhee about a neighbor’s rooster, who harasses the hens, jumping on their backs and pecking at their necks.
From New York Times ● Jul. 8, 2021
I daresay she means it kindly, but it harasses me.
From Uncle Max by Rosa Nouchette Carey
