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to vex
01
to annoy someone by intentionally or persistently bothering them with small, annoying actions or behaviors
Transitive: to vex sb
Examples
The constant buzzing of the mosquito vexed me all night.
02
to confuse or bewilder someone, making them unsure or unable to understand something
Transitive: to vex sb
Examples
The difficult puzzle vexed him for hours without a solution.
03
to discuss or argue a topic with great energy or for a long time
Transitive: to vex a topic or question
Examples
The committee vexed the issue of funding for hours without reaching a conclusion.
04
to move something repeatedly or violently back and forth
Transitive: to vex sth
Examples
He vexed the papers on his desk, unable to find what he needed.
05
to irritate or annoy someone by causing trouble or distress
Transitive: to vex sb
Examples
It would vex anyone to deal with such a difficult customer.
06
to cause discomfort, pain, or physical irritation
Transitive: to vex a person or body part
Examples
The itchy mosquito bites began to vex him during the camping trip.
Lexical Tree
vexatious
vexed
vexer
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