It’s that time of the year, again! It’s time for The Marist Poll to reveal the word or phrase considered to be the most annoying in casual conversation. And, for the third consecutive year, “whatever” receives the dubious honor. Nearly four in ten adults nationally — 38% — say “whatever” grates on their nerves the most. “Like” one in five — 20% — say that verbal filler is the most irritating while 19% despise “you know.” “Just sayin’” gets on the nerves of 11% of the population compared with 7% who report “seriously” should be banned from casual conversation. Five percent are unsure.

“Whatever” 38%

“Like” 20%

“You Know” 19%

“Just “Sayin” 11%

“Seriously” 7%

Here are a few that should have made the list

“Dude”

“Right on”

“Let me be clear” (you know their lying)

“Boss”

“Man”

can you tell me what annoys you most?