a bothersome habit of dropping trash on the floor right next to the garbage can
Recent Examples on the WebIll-fitting clothes can be bothersome and distract you from your presentation.—Jane Hanson, Forbes, 21 Feb. 2024 While most consumers enjoy fruity flavors, there is an aftertaste that may be bothersome.—Sponsored Content, The Mercury News, 10 Jan. 2024 Eye drops specifically designed for red eyes can provide relief if this side effect becomes bothersome.—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 30 Aug. 2023 The only downside is that the straps don’t have any padding (except the heel strap), and the middle strap can be bothersome at times.—Sherri Gordon, Health, 12 July 2023 Who hasn’t wanted to ignore the most bothersome aspects of modern life and escape to their own private island?—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 30 Dec. 2023 In fact, around 70% of dogs shed to some extent, leaving behind fur that can be both bothersome and unsightly.—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 12 July 2023 Importantly, Allison added, people who develop these bothersome symptoms after drinking coffee could do so regardless of having food in their stomachs.—Julia Landwehr, Health, 10 Jan. 2024 Hitched for the Holidays, Amazon Prime Video Joey Lawrence and Emily Hampshire star in this romancer about an attractive New York couple who meet online and agree to be each other’s fake partner through the holidays to keep their bothersome families at bay.—Etan Vlessing, The Hollywood Reporter, 25 Dec. 2023
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