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Example Sentences

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Now, what tired, achy, occasionally dyspeptic middle-aged person doesn’t like the sound of that?

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 7, 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

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

Some of that has to do with his achy body.

From Seattle Times • May 14, 2024

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