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aching

/ˈeɪkɪŋ/ · 6 letters · 6 distinct letters

  1. adjective

    causing a dull and steady pain

    my aching head

  2. noun

    a dull persistent (usually moderately intense) pain

  3. verb

    feel physical pain

    Were you hurting after the accident?

  4. verb

    have a desire for something or someone who is not present

    She ached for a cigarette

  5. verb

    be the source of pain

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