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nuisance

[noo-suhns, nyoo-] / ˈnu səns, ˈnyu- /


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The suit says it seeks to protect Floridians from OpenAI’s conduct and mitigate what it describes as a dangerous public nuisance.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026

Fashion Nova’s “unlawful conduct invaded Plaintiff’s privacy, disturbed Plaintiff’s peace and quiet, and caused nuisance and annoyance in a realm that is private and personal,” the complaint stated.

From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026

The New Mexico Department of Justice is now arguing at the bench trial that Meta’s actions amount to a public nuisance.

From Barron's • May 5, 2026

Perhaps the biggest downside of garlic is the prep work: peeling and mincing individual cloves can be a nuisance even for the everyday home cook.

From Salon • Apr. 19, 2026

Those of her friends who took them found it a nuisance.

From "Son" by Lois Lowry




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