Irk and Torment

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Irk

Irk verb - To disturb the peace of mind of (someone) especially by repeated disagreeable acts.
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Torment is a synonym for irk in plague topic. In some cases you can use "Torment" instead a verb "Irk".
Nearby Words: irksome, irking

Torment

Torment verb - To cause persistent suffering to.
Usage example: he was tormented by nightmares about the accident
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Irk is a synonym for torment in plague topic. Sometimes you can use "Irk" instead a verb "Torment", if it concerns topics such as irritate.
Nearby Words: tormented, tormenting, tormentor

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times irk times torment times
kids irk kids torment kids
enemies irk enemies torment enemies

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  • Overly Long Gag PLEASE DO NOT annoy, torment, pester, plague, molest, worry, badger, harry, harass, heckle, persecute, irk, bullyrag, vex, disquiet, grate, beset, bother, tease, nettle, tantalize, or ruffle the animals.
    Source: Overly Long Gag
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