achy
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"People get what we call malaise - achy in the muscles and the joints, and eventually developing some vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhoea," which he tells the BBC is "true for a lot of illnesses".
From BBC ● Jun. 1, 2026
Among this year’s participants was WSJ’s achy, blistered Xavier Martinez.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 14, 2026
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
It seems Billy Ray Cyrus doesn’t have an achy breaky heart with his new flame: British actor-model Elizabeth Hurley.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 21, 2025
My eyes prickle with tears—I feel so achy and happy and strange.
From "What If It's Us" by Becky Albertalli and Adam Silvera
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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