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headache

[hed-eyk] / ˈhɛdˌeɪk /




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Each of these viruses comes with a raft of symptoms ranging from unpleasant to, in some cases, fatal—fever, headache, muscle and joint pain, shock, organ failure.

From Slate Aug. 4, 2026

Metering usage by tokens — the individual units of data processed by an AI model — is becoming a major headache.

From MarketWatch Aug. 1, 2026

For policymakers, the volatility has become a major headache.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 31, 2026

About a week after being bitten, symptoms include tiredness, headache and symptoms of an infection including seizures, confusion or slurred speech, and loss of movement in part of the body.

From BBC Jul. 31, 2026

“Margaret, cancel my lunch with Lady Guilford. It seems I will be staying at home today. Have a headache lozenge and a box of chocolates sent to my private parlor, at once!”

From "The Unseen Guest" by Maryrose Wood

The 48-hour purchasing windows were granted through random lottery, but even a guaranteed slot to purchase didn’t prevent headaches as the ticketing system was fraught with technical glitches and high website traffic.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 7, 2026

His healthcare providers were stumped by his symptoms: a fever, rash, and intense headaches.

From Slate Aug. 6, 2026

Failing to manage yield in taxable accounts can trigger unexpected headaches.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 6, 2026

"If it's 35 degrees outside, it's over 40 degrees inside," said the 65-year-old, complaining that ageing residents were being afflicted with increasing headaches.

From Barron's Aug. 4, 2026

Cora lay down on the bench, seized by one of her headaches.

From "The Underground Railroad: A Novel" by Colson Whitehead




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