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nagging

The correct spelling is nagging.

How to pronounce nagging

verb

Say it like: Nag-jin-g

The correct spelling is nagging. To continuously remind or complain to (someone) in an annoying way, often about insignificant or unnecessary matters. For example: "The notion that he forgot something nagged him the rest of the day."

Usage Examples

The notion that he forgot something nagged him the rest of the day.

a nagging north wind

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To continuously remind or complain to (someone) in an annoying way, often about insignificant or unnecessary matters.
  2. 2.To bother with persistent thoughts or memories.
  3. 3.To bother or disturb persistently in any way.

noun

  1. 1.The action of the verb nag.

adjective

  1. 1.Causing persistent mild pain, or annoyance.

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