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bugbear

/ˈbʌɡ.bɛə(ɹ)/
noun

  1. An ongoing problem; a recurring obstacle or adversity.

  2. A source of dread; resentment; or irritation.

    Similar: pet peeve

  3. An imaginary creature meant to inspire fear in children.

    Similar: goblin

Synonymsgoblin, pet peeve
verb

  1. To alarm with idle phantoms.

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