To be the burden of your life whether in your particular moment or over the course of your life.
Mosquitoes are the bane of my existence. I hate them.
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Something that is so disagreeable with your spirit that it feels like its existence might negate yours.
This goes further than "hate," and implies that you and the object in question are sworn enemies.
Can be used seriously or, more likely, exaggerated for comedic effect.
Wearing socks with sandals is the bane of my existence.
The iPhone's autocorrect is the bane of my existence.
Stephanie's hair is the bane of my existence.
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noun
something that is of annoyance, disturbance, ect.
minecraft builder: creepers are the bane of my existence
any minecraft player ever: yeah, same
this basically means that the two people are in love with eachother
Anthony: You are the bane of my existence.
Kate: Should we kiss?
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when something is the the center of your life, or the thing you strive for the most in life.
that adorable pair of shoes at the mall are the bane of my existence.
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