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sore

[sawr, sohr] / sɔr, soʊr /




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The biggest sore spot is probably the cost of services.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026

If people happily complain about waking up the next day with sore feet, then it was a good day.

From Salon • Jun. 6, 2026

Their tiny hairs contain toxins that may lead to itchy skin rashes, sore throats, breathing difficulties and eye irritation if touched or inhaled.

From BBC • May 28, 2026

“He’s a little less sore today. The swelling has dissipated.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 26, 2026

Zheng’s head was sore from having hit it repeatedly on the side of the boat.

From "The Boy Who Met a Whale" by Nizrana Farook




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