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fed up	at or beyond the limit of one's patience or tolerance; completely bored or annoyed with something or someone.
frustrating	causing one to be annoyed or to lose patience by being difficult to do.
impatient	showing a lack of patience. [1/2 definitions]
keep one's shirt on	(informal) to stop oneself from becoming angry or losing patience; hold one's temper.
nerve	courage, strength, or patience. [1/3 definitions]
patience	When you have patience, it means you stay calm and don't complain when something is difficult for you. [2 definitions]
temper	sense of calm or patience; control. [1/6 definitions]
understanding	When you show understanding toward someone, you show kindness and patience. [1/5 definitions]

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