intruding

[US]/ɪnˈtruːdɪŋ/
[UK]/ɪnˈtrudɪŋ/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

v.to enter a place or situation where one is unwelcome; to disturb or interfere with someone or something; to impose oneself or one's ideas on others

Phrases & Collocations

intruding questions

intruding thoughts

intruding behavior

intruding noise

intruding eyes

intruding presence

intruding feelings

intruding comments

intruding ideas

Example Sentences

she felt like she was intruding on their private conversation.

he apologized for intruding into her personal space.

the loud music was intruding on my ability to concentrate.

they were intruding on the wildlife by camping too close.

she felt guilty about intruding on their family time.

intruding thoughts made it hard for him to sleep.

he was warned about intruding into restricted areas.

they were intruding on our picnic with their loud chatter.

she didn't mean to be intruding; she just wanted to help.

his comments felt like intruding criticism.

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