frustrate
US /ˈfrʌs.treɪt/
UK /ˈfrʌs.treɪt/
1.
frustrar, impedir
prevent (a plan or attempted action) from progressing, succeeding, or being fulfilled
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The bad weather frustrated our plans for a picnic.
El mal tiempo frustró nuestros planes de picnic.
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His efforts were frustrated by a lack of funding.
Sus esfuerzos fueron frustrados por la falta de financiación.
2.
frustrar, irritar
cause (someone) to feel annoyed or less confident because they cannot achieve something
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It frustrates me when I can't express myself clearly.
Me frustra cuando no puedo expresarme claramente.
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Being stuck in traffic can really frustrate you.
Estar atascado en el tráfico puede realmente frustrarte.