“A pain in the neck”

Definition

An annoying person or problem.

Examples

Examples

“This login bug is a pain in the neck.”

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Frequently asked questions

What does "A pain in the neck" mean?
"A pain in the neck" means an annoying person or problem..
How do you use "A pain in the neck" in a sentence?
Example: "This login bug is a pain in the neck."
What is the Russian or Armenian translation of "A pain in the neck"?
Раздражающий человек или проблема. / Զայրացնող մարդ կամ խնդիր։
Is this idiom formal or informal?
This idiom is neutral and can be used in most contexts.

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