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Tiresome

usgb/ˈtaɪərsəm/Volume
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Shows the speaker's irritation due to repetition or prolongation of an annoying action or behavior. SlideListening to his complaints became tiresome.
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Slight DisapprovalPlay
Implies a mild disapproval and is less harsh than calling something 'annoying' or 'irritating'. SlideHer constant questioning is becoming tiresome.
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Duration FocusPlay
Often used when an activity has been ongoing and feels overly long or drawn-out. SlideThe meeting was tiresome, stretching on for hours.