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Sore (Adjective)

Hurting; "the tender spot on his jaw".

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The boxer's jaw was sore after the intense match, making it difficult for him to eat solid food.
Her sore muscles ached for days after completing the marathon, a testament to her rigorous training.
The doctor gently examined the sore spot on the patient's knee, searching for any signs of infection.
After the accident, the driver had a sore neck and was advised to wear a cervical collar for support.
The hiker's sore feet were a constant reminder of the long and arduous journey through the mountains.

Roused to anger; "stayed huffy a good while"- Mark Twain; "she gets mad when you wake her up so early"; "mad at his friend"; "sore over a remark".

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Causing misery or pain or distress; "it was a sore trial to him"; "the painful process of growing up".

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The loss of her mother was a sore experience for her throughout her life.
The painful process of divorce was a sore trial for the young couple.
The memory of his past failures was a sore reminder of his current struggles.
The news of the natural disaster was a sore blow to the entire nation.
The long and difficult journey was a sore test of their physical and mental endurance.