Bug and Itch

Bug

Bug verb - To disturb the peace of mind of (someone) especially by repeated disagreeable acts.
Usage example: these incessant phone calls are really starting to bug me

Itch and bug are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Itch" instead a verb "Bug".

Itch

Itch verb - To disturb the peace of mind of (someone) especially by repeated disagreeable acts.
Usage example: don't let her snide put-downs itch you—just ignore her

Bug and itch are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Bug" instead a verb "Itch".

Nearby Words: itchy, itching, itched

How words are described

real real bug real itch
severe severe bug severe itch
massive massive bug massive itch
serious serious bug serious itch
Other adjectives: unfortunate, bad, terrible, horrible, persistent.
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