repeated irritation
noun phraseUK /rɪˈpiːtɪd ˌɪrɪˈteɪʃən/
US /rɪˈpiːtɪd ˌɪrɪˈteɪʃən/
When something bothers you again and again, over and over.
The repeated irritation of a mosquito buzzing near his ear kept him awake all night.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. A skin sore caused by something rubbing the same spot many times.
The repeated irritation on her heel came from wearing tight shoes.
3. A continuing problem that keeps causing trouble.
The repeated irritation of late buses made commuters angry.
4. The act of annoying someone many times in a row.
His repeated irritation of his sister finally made her leave the room.