minor nuisance
Frequency: 6.58.1 per million words
Refers to something that is only slightly annoying.
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Examples (10)
- The constant dripping from the faucet was just a minor nuisance.
- Losing his keys was a minor nuisance, but he found them eventually.
- The power outage proved to be a minor nuisance for the residents.
- She considered the long queue a minor nuisance rather than a major problem.
- Having to redo the report was a minor nuisance, but it was necessary.
- The buzzing fly was a minor nuisance during his afternoon nap.
- Traffic delays are often a minor nuisance for daily commuters.
- He brushed off the criticism as a minor nuisance and continued his work.
- Forgetting her umbrella was a minor nuisance on an otherwise pleasant day.
- The temporary road closure caused a minor nuisance for local drivers.