Hassle
Hassle verb - To attack repeatedly with mean put-downs or insults.
Usage example: a small group of jeering protesters hassled the politically active singer at every appearance she made
Rile
Rile verb - To disturb the peace of mind of (someone) especially by repeated disagreeable acts.
Usage example: one sure way to rile me is to keep yelling for me
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