headache

Example Sentences

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A headache can be benign or life-threatening depending on the context.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026

Higher oil prices pushed inflation above the central bank’s 2.0% target in March, posing a headache for South Korea, a major energy importer that relies heavily on oil and gas from the Middle East.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

Flea-borne typhus infection symptoms include fever, headache, chills, body aches and a rash on or around the chest, sides and back.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

Mark had other symptoms such as a headache and a sore neck, sensitivity to bright lights and confusion.

From BBC • Mar. 20, 2026

Sending secret messages from Washington to Riverbank was a logistical hassle and a security headache.

From "The Woman All Spies Fear" by Amy Butler Greenfield