vex

cause annoyance in; disturb, especially by minor irritations

• “Mosquitoes buzzing in my ear really bothers me”
• “It irritates me that she never closes the door after she leaves”

disturb the peace of mind of; afflict with mental agitation or distress

• “I cannot sleep--my daughter”

change the arrangement or position of

subject to prolonged examination, discussion, or deliberation

• “vex the subject of the death penalty”

be a mystery or bewildering to

• “This beats me!”
• “Got me--I don”
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