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pain - soreness - discomfort - throbbing - tenderness - hurting - agony - distress - twinge - pang - cramp - spasm - sting - irritation - inflammation - sensitivity - affliction - malaise - misery - torment - anguish - suffering - woe - grief - ache - smarting - burning - stinging - shooting pain - gnawing - nagging - excruciating - piercing - sharp pain - dull pain - chronic pain - acute pain - persistent pain - intense pain - severe pain - mild pain - moderate pain - unbearable pain - constant pain - intermittent pain - fleeting pain - transient pain - radiating pain - localized pain
Aching refers to a continuous or prolonged pain in a part of the body. This discomfort can be mild or severe and may result from various reasons including injury, overuse, inflammation, or disease. Common areas where people experience aching include muscles, joints, and internal organs. The sensation can be dull, throbbing, or sharp, depending on the underlying cause.