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Term

ache n

Ache means a dull continuing pain. Explore the term's definition, IPA/phonetic pronunciation, and usage examples.

Definition of ache

  • a dull continuing pain
  • to hurt

Usage examples of ache

After the long hike, a dull ache spread through her calves.

His tooth began to ache whenever he drank cold water.

She felt an ache in her chest after hearing the sad news.

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