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thorn in someone's side in Dutch

thorn in someone's side in Dutch is doorn in het oog, luis in de pels.

thorn in someone's side in Dutch

doorn in het oog

noun

(idiomatic) A persistent annoyance.

luis in de pels

noun

(idiomatic) A persistent annoyance.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "thorn in someone's side" in Dutch?

"thorn in someone's side" in Dutch is doorn in het oog, luis in de pels.

Are there other ways to say "thorn in someone's side" in Dutch?

Yes — Dutch has 2 translations listed for "thorn in someone's side": doorn in het oog, luis in de pels.

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