Hound and Irk

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Hound verb - To subject (someone) to constant scoldings and sharp reminders.

Usage example: kept hounding his mother to let him drive her car until she gave in

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Irk and hound are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Irk" instead a verb "Hound".

Nearby Words: hounded, hounding

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

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Hound and irk are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Hound" instead a verb "Irk".

Nearby Words: irksome, irking

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