sores

plural of sore

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Noun
  • They've long been considered a nuisance, leaving itchy welts or spurring allergic reactions with their bites.
    Maria Isabel Barros Guinle, NPR, 20 Nov. 2024
  • Individuals with wheat allergies may experience immediate reactions such as hives (itchy welts), eczema-like skin rashes, and stomach discomfort after consuming wheat or wheat products.
    Lauren O'Connor, MS, Health, 2 Oct. 2024
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“Sores.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sores. Accessed 2 May. 2025.

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