twinge

Example Sentences

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And unlike other medical shows, most of the ailments are so bizarre that you won’t have to worry if that cough or twinge is a sign that you’re getting one of them.

From Los Angeles Times

I get a small twinge of nerves, but I’m halfway decent in math, so it should be okay.

From Literature

She felt a twinge of embarrassment about the “handsome,” but she had run out of H’s and, frankly, she did find Simon pleasing to look at.

From Literature

With a twinge of embarrassment Penelope realized that she must have spoken the name aloud.

From Literature

There was a twinge of uncertainty in his voice, but he meant it.

From Literature