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achy

[ey-kee] / ˈeɪ ki /


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Among this year’s participants was WSJ’s achy, blistered Xavier Martinez.

From The Wall Street Journal May 14, 2026

"Even if I can't play football again, even if I can't go for a run again, I don't want to have a dull, achy pain in my chest."

From BBC Oct. 12, 2025

I liken this to waiting in line for a rollercoaster: Hours of anticipation and achy legs for a three-minute rush.

From Salon Oct. 11, 2025

My feet are a bit achy and the tops of my shoulders a little sore to the touch, but spirits are still high.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 20, 2025

When my neck gets tired and achy, I let my head fall on the pillow and hold the book straight above me.

From "Lucky Broken Girl" by Ruth Behar

When Smith was heavier — and, as he admitted, more sluggish and achier — he moved steadily up the minor league ladder, always hitting for average, though never displaying the power of a true slugger.

From New York Times Aug. 29, 2018

Granted, they’re older and achier, and Dan now sleeps with a mask for sleep apnea.

From New York Times Mar. 26, 2018




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