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to bother
01
to annoy or trouble someone, especially when they are busy or want to be left alone
Transitive: to bother sb
Examples
The constant noise from the construction site bothered residents in the neighborhood.
Please do n't bother me while I'm working on this important project.
02
to cause someone to feel worried, upset, or concerned
Transitive: to bother sb
Examples
I did n't want to bother my friend with my problems, but eventually, I realized that they were there to support me.
Her headaches were bothering her, so I recommended Dr. Collins to her.
03
to put effort and energy into doing something
Transitive: to bother doing sth
Examples
I did n't bother studying for the exam, and unsurprisingly, I did n't do well.
She did n't bother reading the instructions before assembling the furniture, and now it's all wrong.
04
to cause someone to feel agitated or confused
Transitive: to bother sb
Examples
The sudden noise bothered him, making him feel uneasy.
Her unexpected question seemed to bother him, leaving him unsure of how to respond.
05
to interrupt or disturb someone by intruding into their space or time
Transitive: to bother sb
Examples
I ’m sorry to bother you, but could you help me with this task?
Please do n’t bother me while I ’m working.
06
to care or pay attention to something
Intransitive: to bother with sth
Examples
I wo n’t bother with that idea if it ’s not going to work.
Do n’t bother with the extra details, just focus on the main points.
Bother
01
difficulty, trouble, or problem
Examples
The constant traffic noise was a real bother for the residents.
She did n’t want to ask for help and cause any bother to her colleagues.
02
an angry disturbance
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