Example Sentences

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"They are aware that a cut will irritate Washington, but they are managing the market."

From Reuters • Oct. 7, 2022

Who chose to attend Wizards-Magic contests wearing his Cowboys letterman jacket because he knows it will irritate people.

From Washington Post • Dec. 16, 2016

"Of course there was coverage throughout the election and not just from the BBC that will irritate you and I don't think that's surprising to hear, that happens."

From BBC • May 12, 2015

It will irritate him when he is criticized from all sides for taking federal money to clean up Sandy’s mess.

From Slate • Nov. 27, 2013

“You will irritate them. You will have them against you.”

From "Rebecca" by Daphne du Maurier