He's been a thorn in my side ever since I hired him
The constant noise from the construction site is a real thorn in our side
Her ex-boyfriend is still a thorn in her side, always trying to contact her
This ongoing legal battle is a thorn in the company's side
The persistent weed is a thorn in the gardener's side
Bad customer service has been a thorn in the restaurant's side for months
The rival team's star player was a thorn in their side throughout the season
A lack of funding has been a thorn in the research project's side
The political opposition proved to be a thorn in the government's side
His unreliability is a thorn in the side of everyone who has to work with him
This problem is a real thorn in your side, isn't it?
Yes, it has been bothering me for a long time now.
We need to find a solution soon.
That persistent leak is a thorn in my side
The constant dripping irritates me immensely
That persistent leak is a major annoyance