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noun

ˈtwinj

Definition of twinge

as in pang

a sharp unpleasant sensation usually felt in some specific part of the body felt a twinge in her knee on that cold, rainy morning

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Recent Examples of twinge

Noun

Every milestone comes with a twinge. — Lindsay Calleran, IndieWire, 4 June 2026 Those of us who are now in our 90s might be forgiven a twinge of nostalgia for that moment. — Fran Moreland Johns, The Atlantic, 11 May 2026

Verb

When Bradish gave up his first hit of the night, the air occupied by the Orioles faithful twinged. — Sam Cohn, Baltimore Sun, 15 June 2024 The twist, however, is the sauce — a rich, steaming hot broth twinged with tomato and a gentle chile buzz that more closely resembles a soup. — Dominic Armato, azcentral, 6 Dec. 2019 See All Example Sentences for twinge

Recent Examples of Synonyms for twinge

Noun

Statements by government lawyers that contradict the official White House line are not merely the results of pangs of conscience.

— David A. Graham, The Atlantic, 28 July 2026
Curtin admits to feeling a small pang when a guest drinks only water throughout the meal.

— Noel Burgess, Forbes.com, 20 July 2026

Definition of pang

Noun

Fruit extracts clarify excess oil and buildup, while a cooling mint complex and menthol deliver a refreshing tingle, leaving your scalp feeling clean, balanced, and freshly reset.

— Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 18 June 2026
In the case of Putnam County, that tingle is a roar — our collective sense that the fraud there goes back decades.

— Paul Solotaroff, Rolling Stone, 9 June 2026

Definition of tingle

Verb

Despite a temporary sanctions waiver from the United States, China was the only buyer willing to bite.

— David Goldman, CNN Money, 21 July 2026
Health officials say anyone bitten by a rattlesnake should seek emergency medical care immediately, remain as still as possible and avoid attempting home remedies that can worsen the injury.

— Brittany Miller, FOXNews.com, 21 July 2026

Definition of bite

Noun

Extreme Fit's soft, breathable, moisture-wicking socks are designed to help improve circulation, reduce swelling, and relieve aches and fatigue.

— ABC News, ABC News, 1 Aug. 2026
That exposure is exactly why direct trauma there produces an acute, transient, shock-like jolt rather than an ordinary bruise-type ache.

— Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026

Definition of ache

Verb

The weather was beautiful, and the city showed out for the events, itching for an opportunity to participate in a meaningful way.

— Sabreena Merchant, New York Times, 26 July 2026
Matthew Lillard is itching to work with Mark Hamill again — this time in the Star Wars universe.

— Wesley Stenzel, Entertainment Weekly, 25 July 2026

Definition of itch

Verb

The airport's biggest airline, United, currently operates most of its flights out of an outdated and cramped terminal that was built in 1985 as a temporary facility.

— Ayesha Ali, ABC News, 29 July 2026
This mechanism could also prove useful for heat management applications, especially in modern electronics, where processors, power components, batteries, optical devices, and temperature-sensitive sensors are often cramped into compact spaces.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 29 July 2026

Definition of cramp

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