achy
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"People get what we call malaise - achy in the muscles and the joints, and eventually developing some vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhoea," which he tells the BBC is "true for a lot of illnesses".
From BBC ● Jun. 1, 2026
Among this year’s participants was WSJ’s achy, blistered Xavier Martinez.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 14, 2026
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
That amount that typically would leave him feeling achy and sluggish the day after.
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 30, 2024
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
