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bugbear noun

  /ˈbʌɡ.bɛə(ɹ)/ , /ˈbʌɡ.bɛɚ/ , /ˈbʌɡ.bɛː(ɹ)/
  • A source of dread; resentment; or irritation. [from late 16th c.]
 boeman, schrikbeeld
  • An ongoing problem; a recurring obstacle or adversity.
 bête noire
  • (folklore, fantasy) A generic creature, often described as a large goblin, meant to inspire fear in children.
 spookbeeld
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