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A thorn in somebody’s flesh/side

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Consistent Irritant

Refers to ongoing issues, not a one-time problem.

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Trying to get a visa has been a thorn in my side for months.
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Negative Emotion

Conveys a sense of frustration or irritation with a person or issue.

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My computer crashes daily, becoming a thorn in my flesh.
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Metaphorical Use

Not a physical thorn, but symbolizes something bothersome.

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His constant jokes about my job have turned him into a thorn in my side.
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