niggle
/nig-uhl/US // ˈnɪg əl //UK // (ˈnɪɡəl) //
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nig·gled, nig·gling.
- : to criticize, especially constantly or repeatedly, in a peevish or petty way; carp: to niggle about the fine points of interpretation; preferring to niggle rather than take steps to correct a situation.
- : to spend too much time and effort on inconsequential details: It's difficult to be meticulous and not niggle.
- : to work ineffectively; trifle: to niggle with an uninteresting task.
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Examples
Nevertheless, it still niggled Handschuh that he was a journalist with an incomplete story.
Niggle, eat in peace and thankfulness; for I have once more saved you from the abyss of matrimony.
The fact is, Mr. Niggle, we dont wish to wound your feelings.
Mr. Niggle, the gentleman with whom you saw me yesterday, is my friend.
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