pesty
Americanadjective
Etymology
Origin of pesty
First recorded in 1765–75; pest ( def. ) + -y 1 ( def. )
Example Sentences
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The baking soda will get rid of any nasty, pesty odors and the volcanic-like combination will thoroughly remove moldy mineral deposits and disinfect the showerhead.
From Salon • Jul. 15, 2022
President Elpido Quirino had $2,000,000 to use for the social welfare of the pesty Hukbalahaps if they behaved themselves.
From Time Magazine Archive
An indirect effect of this corn stalk utilization is the prevention of pesty corn borer spread.
From Time Magazine Archive
Then I thought ’bout how pesty they are and what they eat.
From "Elijah of Buxton" by Christopher Paul Curtis
Now let those pesty scientists challenge him with the question of whether any E's would be listening to their review.
From Eight Keys to Eden by Clifton, Mark
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