Gripe and Pester

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Gripe verb - To disturb the peace of mind of (someone) especially by repeated disagreeable acts.

Usage example: constant complaints from the customers griped her to the point where she started snapping back

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Pester and gripe are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Pester" instead a verb "Gripe".

Nearby Words: griping, griped

Pester verb - To thrust oneself upon (another) without invitation.

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Gripe and pester are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Gripe" instead a verb "Pester".

Nearby Word: pestering

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