exasperation
noun
ex·as·per·a·tion
ig-ˌza-spə-ˈrā-shən 
1
: the state of being exasperated
2
: the act or an instance of exasperating someone
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Examples of exasperation in a Sentence
They had all experienced the exasperation and frustration of holiday shopping.
add people who use cell phones inconsiderately to the list of daily exasperations
Recent Examples on the Web
The situation has prompted exasperation in the Pentagon, considering WCK’s standing as a force for good and its professionalism and familiarity in handling such missions, a senior defense official said, speaking on the condition of anonymity because of the sensitivity of the issue.
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Louisa Loveluck, Washington Post, 6 Apr. 2024
Since the discontinuation of Patrón XO Cafe, social media users haven't been shy about expressing their exasperation.
—Sharon Greenthal, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Apr. 2024
The usual reaction is one of frustration and exasperation.
—Ellie Victor, Forbes, 28 Mar. 2024
The stock is down 24% this year, and airline CEOs—Boeing’s most important private-sector customers—have voiced growing exasperation.
—Matthew Heimer, Fortune, 26 Mar. 2024
The score, composed by Jose A. Parody, accentuates all moods, from gloom and terror to determination and exasperation.
—Chris Vognar, Rolling Stone, 28 Feb. 2024
When his name comes up among supporters of the Palestinian cause, looks of exasperation follow.
—Kurt Streeter, New York Times, 13 Feb. 2024
Those interviewed for the article said much of their dating outlook is shaped by an exasperation with endless hustle culture and ever-rising costs of living.
—Angela Yang, NBC News, 18 Mar. 2024
Since 2011, the unorthodox bedtime book has long allowed moms and dads everywhere to express their nighttime exasperation — celebrity parents included.
—Shania Russell, EW.com, 7 Mar. 2024
Louisa Loveluck, Washington Post, 6 Apr. 2024
Since the discontinuation of Patrón XO Cafe, social media users haven't been shy about expressing their exasperation.
—Sharon Greenthal, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Apr. 2024
The usual reaction is one of frustration and exasperation.
—Ellie Victor, Forbes, 28 Mar. 2024
The stock is down 24% this year, and airline CEOs—Boeing’s most important private-sector customers—have voiced growing exasperation.
—Matthew Heimer, Fortune, 26 Mar. 2024
The score, composed by Jose A. Parody, accentuates all moods, from gloom and terror to determination and exasperation.
—Chris Vognar, Rolling Stone, 28 Feb. 2024
When his name comes up among supporters of the Palestinian cause, looks of exasperation follow.
—Kurt Streeter, New York Times, 13 Feb. 2024
Those interviewed for the article said much of their dating outlook is shaped by an exasperation with endless hustle culture and ever-rising costs of living.
—Angela Yang, NBC News, 18 Mar. 2024
Since 2011, the unorthodox bedtime book has long allowed moms and dads everywhere to express their nighttime exasperation — celebrity parents included.
—Shania Russell, EW.com, 7 Mar. 2024
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exasperation
noun
ex·as·per·a·tion
ig-ˌzas-pə-ˈrā-shən
1
: extreme annoyance : anger
2
: a source of annoyance
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