thorn

Example Sentences

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But while playing one day, he got a thorn in his eye.

From BBC • Mar. 22, 2026

The data highlights that inflation remains a thorn in the side of the central bank, and that an increase in interest rates is highly likely to be repeated in coming months.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 4, 2026

But for Freeman, it is his contact numbers that have been a thorn in his side all offseason.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 24, 2026

Wine remains a thorn in the government's side, and his supporters remain hopeful.

From Barron's • Jan. 12, 2026

In the morning, he sits stoically as I clean the cuts, but digging the thorn from his paw brings on a round of those kitten mews.

From "Mockingjay" by Suzanne Collins