twinge

noun
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  1. a sudden, sharp localized pain

As soon as she stepped out of bed, she felt a twinge in her lower back.

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2 comments

  • 2 years ago
    Some history about twinge:

    The word ‘twinge‘ originated from the Old English word ‘twengan‘ which means ‘to pinch‘ or ‘to squeeze.‘ It is also related to the Old Norse word ‘tvengr‘ which means ‘strained‘ or ‘tightened.‘

  • 3 years ago
    Words related to twinge: sting, pang, and stab