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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
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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