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Growing older has plenty of upsides – but achy joints is not one of them.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 16, 2026
Among this year’s participants was WSJ’s achy, blistered Xavier Martinez.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 14, 2026
"Even if I can't play football again, even if I can't go for a run again, I don't want to have a dull, achy pain in my chest."
From BBC ● Oct. 12, 2025
I liken this to waiting in line for a rollercoaster: Hours of anticipation and achy legs for a three-minute rush.
From Salon ● Oct. 11, 2025
They set off, Mark’s head still woozy and achy.
From "The Kill Order (Maze Runner, Book Four; Origin)" by James Dashner
When Smith was heavier — and, as he admitted, more sluggish and achier — he moved steadily up the minor league ladder, always hitting for average, though never displaying the power of a true slugger.
From New York Times ● Aug. 29, 2018
Granted, they’re older and achier, and Dan now sleeps with a mask for sleep apnea.
From New York Times ● Mar. 26, 2018
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