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headache

[hed-eyk] / ˈhɛdˌeɪk /




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After negotiations, it was agreed that both marches could go ahead, but it meant a huge security headache for the police force.

From BBC • May 16, 2026

That said, when something does go wrong with an EV, it can be a big and expensive headache.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

"Even if resolved next month, the oil market could remain undersupplied through October, keeping inflationary pressures high and adding another headache for consumers, central banks, and, eventually, investors," he added.

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

Others feel completely stymied by this latest headache, which only builds on other unexpected costs and hurdles in an already complicated process.

From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2026

The tingling and the throbbing headache raged out of control in one powerful surge, like a giant wave crashing on a beach and wiping out the sand castle you worked on all day.

From "Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky" by Kwame Mbalia




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