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Example Sentences

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Now, what tired, achy, occasionally dyspeptic middle-aged person doesn’t like the sound of that?

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 7, 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

Pull your achy body off the couch every day and work those quivering muscles, stretch those tight joints, perhaps join one of the many Parkinson’s programs in town that involve everything from dancing to hiking.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2025

Some of that has to do with his achy body.

From Seattle Times • May 14, 2024

Then my arms get tired and achy, and I give up and stare at the ceiling.

From "Lucky Broken Girl" by Ruth Behar