vexing

adjective

vex·​ing ˈvek-siŋ How to pronounce vexing (audio)
: causing or likely to cause vexation : vexatious
a vexing problem
vexingly adverb

Examples of vexing in a Sentence

the constantly changing schedule was somewhat vexing, but I coped
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Reconciliation and coming to terms with vexing or enraging issues is hard work. Marco Rubio, Newsweek, 2 Nov. 2024 One reason the question can be so vexing is because unlike solar panels, tax incentives don’t help offset underlying roof issues — even when addressing them is done while going solar. Tik Root / Grist, Quartz, 19 Oct. 2024 The frequency of new infections within a few months of a previous bout or a shot is one of COVID-19’s most vexing puzzles. Byjon Cohen, science.org, 11 Oct. 2024 The successful Israeli operations have also forced Iran and Hezbollah to face a vexing question: how and when to retaliate without suffering yet more setbacks? Dan De Luce, NBC News, 30 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for vexing 

Word History

First Known Use

1569, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of vexing was in 1569

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“Vexing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/vexing. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.

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vexing

adjective
: causing or likely to cause vexation : vexatious
a vexing problem

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