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headache

[hed-eyk] / ˈhɛdˌeɪk /




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She sprang from Zeus’ skull fully formed; her embryonic development reduced to a male deity’s headache.

From Salon Sep. 3, 2026

While handling the moldy dishes, she experienced “stomach pain, a headache and a strange sensation in her nose, which she believed was caused by inhaling the fuzzy mold,” the union’s complaint said.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 28, 2026

A global symbol of parties and celebrations but an environmental headache, the humble balloon is undergoing a green revolution thanks to UK researchers.

From Barron's Aug. 23, 2026

But the thousands who stayed behind, refusing to leave, are creating a humanitarian crisis—and a growing headache for local residents.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 19, 2026

“Is it a headache? Is that why you’re holding your head like that?”

From "Clairboyance" by Kristiana Kahakauwila

In one grassroots effort to ease headaches, an online platform has been created to allow users to upload real-time updates on availability, prices and waiting times.

From Barron's Sep. 8, 2026

Symptoms can include headaches, confusion, dizziness and blurred vision.

From BBC Sep. 6, 2026

It has even put up with personalities whose on-air claims created nine-figure legal headaches.

From Salon Sep. 5, 2026

Tariffs and higher oil prices have increased their expenses and added other headaches.

From MarketWatch Sep. 3, 2026

Suffering from a miserable mix of dysentery, headaches, and dizziness, Alvarez quickly slipped from 165 pounds to 135.

From "Most Dangerous: Daniel Ellsberg and the Secret History of the Vietnam War" by Steve Sheinkin




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