Local English word record

get at

verb · 3 senses

cause annoyance in; disturb, especially by minor irritations

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Examples

  • Mosquitoes buzzing in my ear really bothers me
  • It irritates me that she never closes the door after she leaves

Word relationships

Synonyms

annoy, rag, get to, bother, irritate, rile, nark, nettle, gravel, vex, chafe, devil

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