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Hassle

usgb/ˈhæsl/Volume
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Neutral Tone

Though 'hassle' suggests annoyance, it's often used neutrally to describe the inconvenience itself.

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Getting a visa can be a hassle.
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Emotional Impact

Sometimes, 'hassle' is used to express emotional frustration over a situation.

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Dealing with the insurance company is such a hassle!
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Casual Conversation

The term 'hassle' is more likely to be used in casual or informal settings than formal ones.

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Can you help me? I want to avoid the hassle of doing it alone.
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AggravateAnnoyanceDifficultDisturbanceInconvenienceIrritateNuisanceTrouble
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