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A pain

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19 September 2026

A pain

We use this expression to say that someone or something annoys us.

Written: Yes

Spoken: Yes

Formal: No

Informal: Yes

Example 1

I can't stay long. I've got to prepare for a test tomorrow.

Tests are a real pain, aren't they! Good luck.

Example 2

How are you getting on with Paul?

He's a real pain, actually. He never does what I say.

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