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in pain















ADVERB
painfully
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Muchova, who had clutched her ankle and gestured towards her side in pain during the final set, looked drained as she raised her arms in celebration.

From BBC Jul. 9, 2026

In late 2024, her dad called in the middle of the night in pain.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 4, 2026

Muharemović hit the pitch, howling in pain, and was treated on the field.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 2, 2026

Today, she says everyday activities such as gardening and riding a stationary bicycle are far more enjoyable because of the reduction in pain.

From Science Daily Jun. 23, 2026

But this discomfort was worth it because when he gripped the mattock, a digging tool that looked a lot like a spear, his blisters thanked him by not erupting in pain.

From "Healer of the Water Monster" by Brian Young




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