achy

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More than once I've used a netbook for a bit and realized that my wrists get all achy, and eventually I have to stop.

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  • He felt slightly nauseated and achy, but he ignored the feeling. —  Cat and Mouse
  • "Anyone call while I was out You've got three achy-grumpies," Nelly said, handing her the messages. —  Karin Slaughter - Kisscut
  • As she stood to get the phone she realized she felt achy, as if a cold were coming on. —  Mistress of Justice
  • Feeling a little achy, lightheaded or short of breath on a long plane flight? —  RNews - TOP STORIES
  • This was one of those achy-breaky moments that we all knew was coming, right? —  Soccer Blogs - latest posts
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