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Headache Headaches ˈhedeɪk Noun Terrible Red Wine Suffer

Word3 headache
WordType (noun)
Phonetic /ˈhedeɪk/ /ˈhedeɪk/
Example
  • he had a terrible headache.
  • red wine gives me a headache.
  • to suffer from/get headaches
  • to cause headaches
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headache

(noun)/ˈhedeɪk/ /ˈhedeɪk/
  1. a continuous pain in the head
    • SEE ALSO sick headache
      https://www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com/definition/english/sick-headache
    • He had a terrible headache.
    • Red wine gives me a headache.
    • to suffer from/get headaches
    • to cause headaches
    • I have a splitting headache (= a very bad one).
    • a migraine/tension headache
    • He developed a severe headache.

    Extra Examples

    • She had left the party early, pleading a headache.
    • The workers had complained of headaches and nausea.
  2. a person or thing that causes worry or trouble
    • The real headache will be getting the bank to lend you the money.

    Extra Examples

    • These regulations have created major headaches for many businesses.
    • Uneven cash flow proved to be a big headache for the company.
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