as in busy
thrusting oneself where one is not welcome or invited
meddling in other people's romantic lives is both obtrusive and presumptuous
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Recent Examples of obtrusive
Critiques of the building’s obtrusive architecture further strengthened the protestors’ case.
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Elizabeth Blackwell, Longreads, 14 Nov. 2024
The United States and Russia have learned how to successfully implement an obtrusive inspections regime from the New START Treaty, which limits the number of nuclear warheads and delivery vehicles each country can deploy.
—Michael McFaul, Foreign Affairs, 11 Feb. 2022
But rest assured: Menstrual underwear is far sexier and less obtrusive than diapers.
—Gabrielle Kassel, Allure, 29 Sep. 2024
Upgrades were made throughout the back-of-house to improve systems and bring the building up to code, even cleverly using the new vertical atriums as shafts for a smoke exhaust system, for example, that eliminates the need for obtrusive and cumbersome ductwork.
—Tim Newcomb, Forbes, 9 Sep. 2024
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Elizabeth Blackwell, Longreads, 14 Nov. 2024
The United States and Russia have learned how to successfully implement an obtrusive inspections regime from the New START Treaty, which limits the number of nuclear warheads and delivery vehicles each country can deploy.
—Michael McFaul, Foreign Affairs, 11 Feb. 2022
But rest assured: Menstrual underwear is far sexier and less obtrusive than diapers.
—Gabrielle Kassel, Allure, 29 Sep. 2024
Upgrades were made throughout the back-of-house to improve systems and bring the building up to code, even cleverly using the new vertical atriums as shafts for a smoke exhaust system, for example, that eliminates the need for obtrusive and cumbersome ductwork.
—Tim Newcomb, Forbes, 9 Sep. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for obtrusive
Adjective
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The lander has been busy working through its science tasks.—
Amanda Kooser,
Forbes,
12 Mar. 2025
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However, the Panthers were able to get a two-year deal done with cornerback Mike Jackson after a busy day of negotiating elsewhere.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
12 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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There is a distance between a patient and a doctor or a nurse—there is an innate imbalance—and yet the procedures and conversations are deeply personal, even intrusive.—
Cressida Leyshon,
The New Yorker,
9 Mar. 2025
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To stay ahead, businesses should explore how technology can enhance personalization without feeling intrusive.—
Heidi Grimwood,
Forbes,
6 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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There’s something officious about Alden Ehrenreich.—
Owen Gleiberman,
Variety,
21 Jan. 2023
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Her charming luxury treasure trove has none of that officious chilliness that defines the typical store of its ilk but instead feels like a brocanterie crammed with interesting, unexpected luxury goods from across the world.—
Mark Ellwood,
Robb Report,
2 Jan. 2023
Adjective
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Frozen snack foods sold under Whole Foods Market’s 365 store brand got recalled nationwide for not being what the packaging says, an annoying mistake to some people but a possibly fatal one to other customers.—
David J. Neal,
Miami Herald,
16 Mar. 2025
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The Achilles — and any accompanying tendonitis — is the most annoying and concerning issue for a skill player who turns 29 in June.—
Troy Renck,
The Denver Post,
15 Mar. 2025
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“Obtrusive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/obtrusive. Accessed 25 Mar. 2025.
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