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twinge

noun
/twɪndʒ/

Meaning

a sudden, sharp pain or an emotional pang

Example Sentences

He felt a twinge of guilt after lying to his friend.

Synonyms

pang, stab, prick, sting, ache

Antonyms

comfort, relief

Collocations

twinge of pain, twinge of guilt, slight twinge, sharp twinge

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