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aching

[ey-king] / ˈeɪ kɪŋ /


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As the Aedes aegypti mosquito expanded its range across more of the Americas, it brought with it the delirium, jaundice, and aching joints of yellow fever.

From Slate Aug. 4, 2026

The morning after losing to Federer, an aching Willis limped to the shower at 4:30am to get ready for an interview on ITV's Good Morning Britain.

From BBC Jul. 1, 2026

Injuries and exhaustion have him aching to retire.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 18, 2026

My knee was aching, likely a callback to surgery at 16 to repair torn ligaments.

From The Wall Street Journal May 14, 2026

“A Fflam never falters! Though what my aching bones might do is another matter!”

From "The Black Cauldron" by Lloyd Alexander




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