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  • present tense form of pain (3rd person singular).
  • plural of pain.
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Even when intergalactic forces take pains to make the Lantern Corps’ selection process fair, Earth’s unspoken dictates about worthiness make that impossible.

From Salon Aug. 14, 2026

"Has my body changed? I have no idea. I've got a few aches and pains, but if I sit in a chair for too long at my age I get aches and pains," he said.

From BBC Aug. 11, 2026

In 2021, Orbit took pains in an interview with the Guardian to share credit for “Ray of Light” with the singer herself.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 7, 2026

Is this growing pains or the wobble before the fall?

From Slate Aug. 7, 2026

“What do they tell in Karhide?” he would say, rubbing his legs, which tormented him with aches and shooting pains, and turning to me his face with its shy, sly, patient smile.

From "The Left Hand of Darkness" by Ursula K. Le Guin




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