Example Sentences

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They'll leave with brilliant memories of days and nights together, of wins on the road that bonded them, of a series won, but Saturday will nag away at them forever.

From BBC • Aug. 2, 2025

For all that he did this season, the Mariners’ failure to reach to the postseason and his own inconsistencies will nag at him all offseason and motivate him through workouts.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 20, 2023

I have heard about a robot that will nag anyone not properly masked, and I see machines prepare dumplings, fried rice and broccoli.

From New York Times • Feb. 2, 2022

Resembling a tall white table light with an orb-like “face”, Eilli will nag her owner with friendly reminders to drink water or take medication, or will encourage you to play games for cognitive stimulation.

From The Guardian • Nov. 1, 2020

But it will nag at them because they know this effect can't possibly exist.

From Toy Shop by Brey, Charles