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harry

v.
C2 Proficiency US //ˈhɛɹi// UK //hˈæɹi// har·ry Archaic Slang

v. to keep bothering or attacking someone over and over again. You use this when someone is being annoyed by constant requests or small attacks.

v. to persistently harass, annoy, or attack someone through repeated actions or demands. Often used in military contexts to describe raiding an enemy or in social contexts for relentless pestering.


SIMPLE

The reporters continue to harry the actress as she leaves her home.

CONTEXTUAL

The small group of rebels began to harry the retreating army with quick, unexpected night raids.

COMPLEX

Throughout the press conference, the minister was harried by a barrage of questions regarding the recent budget cuts and the subsequent public outcry.

Synonyms
Origin

Medieval English spoken form of Old French Henri.

Usage

The verb is transitive and requires a direct object.

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