annoyance
noun
a person or thing that annoys; nuisance.
annoyances
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pluralof annoyance.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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You might have to pass up a job opportunity or have a tough conversation with a new colleague to ensure little annoyances don’t spiral.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 21, 2026
There are light topical references — a sidelong joke about the names billionaires give their children, for example — but the show happily lives in its world of day-to-day annoyances and victories.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 3, 2025
With many V.R. headsets I’ve tried — and I’ve tried a lot — the initial novelty fades, and minor annoyances, like blurry graphics or a lack of compelling apps, start to pile up.
From New York Times ● Jan. 31, 2024
Because snoring has likely been around throughout humanity's existence, it is tempting to dismiss these sounds as mere annoyances.
From Salon ● Jan. 11, 2024
I pout, but MiSSSisss WaSShington says every language has annoyances and illogical rules, as well as sensible beauty.
From "Inside Out and Back Again" by Thanhha Lai
