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soreness

n.
B2 Upper Intermediate UK //sˈɔːnəs// sore·ness

n. a feeling of pain or aching in a part of your body. You usually feel this after you exercise too hard or hurt yourself.

n. a state of pain or aching in a specific part of the body. Often used to describe the mild, persistent discomfort following physical exertion or minor injury.


SIMPLE

My legs are still soreness after the long run.

CONTEXTUAL

The athlete's shoulder soreness prevented him from participating in the final match of the season.

COMPLEX

While the initial injury was minor, the subsequent soreness in the joint lasted for several weeks, requiring a period of physical therapy to restore full mobility.

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