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GORL-ing/ˈɡɔːlɪŋ/

Galling means annoying because it is unfair or hard to accept: a galling mismatch, it is galling that. Annoy (already in the dictionary) is milder; hanging a packed caption on an empty cell is still a methods hole.

Meaning

Annoying because it is unfair or hard to accept.

Examples

• “It is galling to hang a “full house” caption on an empty cell.”
• “Annoying is everyday. Irksome is the close twin. Full house is a vibe. A cell is a count. Put the number in; then keep the caption if it still matches the file.”

Good to know

Annoyingly unfair. Everyday: annoying. “Full house” ≠ a filled n.

Near in meaning

irksome, vexing, infuriating

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