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harasses

  • present tense form of harass (3rd person singular).

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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

Blocking someone who harasses you can seem satisfying and problem-solving, but it may simply turn your problem into someone else’s nightmare.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 14, 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

Before starting, the awful thought harasses me: Supposing I wanted to read and I had naught!

From Books and Persons Being Comments on a Past Epoch 1908-1911 by Bennett, Arnold