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are vexing

  • present progressive
    of vex.
    vex
    verb (used with object)
    to irritate; annoy; provoke.

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I have some exciting editions planned, but I also want to hear from you: What money matters are vexing you?

From MarketWatch ● Jul. 21, 2026

Milla’s choices are vexing, but her frustration with the condescending medical establishment is also understandable.

From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 6, 2025

Or simply tucking the chin, tightening the face-mask straps and trudging forward, trying to keep good humor about the parts that are vexing, but not horrible, given past human tribulations?

From Seattle Times ● Nov. 22, 2020

Lawmakers and top state officials are indeed zeroing in on prescription drug pricing as part of their latest attempt to moderate health care expenses that are vexing consumers, employers, insurers, providers and state government itself.

From Washington Times ● Apr. 13, 2019

Do you not see that you are vexing the bairns?”

From The Orphans of Glen Elder by Margaret M. (Margaret Murray) Robertson