pain
Example Sentences
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He has what he calls his formulation: “Commercial means can relieve the pain, but they cannot cure the illness.”
From Barron's • Jun. 19, 2026
In the medieval era, blood feuds carried on for generations; likewise, today’s wars are often rooted in centuries of pain.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 18, 2026
Declan Rice is expected to be available for England's World Cup match against Ghana after suffering from lower back pain during the win over Croatia.
From BBC • Jun. 18, 2026
Oil prices were anchored at about $100 rather than $200 per barrel, because the U.S. and other governments drew on their reserves to ease the pain of the crisis, and China slashed its oil imports.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 17, 2026
The one who controls his pain inwardly at all cost.
From "Will’s Race for Home" by Jewell Parker Rhodes
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