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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Our auto columnist Dan Neil says the redesign fixes a few of the biggest hybrid annoyances while demonstrating that improved fuel economy doesn’t mean sacrificing performance.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 1, 2026
They raised their kids in the Bowl and sometimes bickered over politics and annoyances, as any proper family does.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 13, 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
The professionals made no secret of their disdain for the amateurs, whom they regarded as annoyances, cranks, or frauds.
From "1491" by Charles C. Mann
