achy

adjective \ ˈā-kē \

Definition of achy

achier; achiest

: afflicted with aches

feeling tired and achy

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achiness

noun

Examples of achy in a Sentence

unable to play in tomorrow's football game because of an achy right knee

Recent Examples of achy from the Web

Intended to be rolled directly onto achy areas, the formula combines 17 essential oils, including geranium and chamomile, which are thought to stimulate circulation, and capsaicin (the active compound in the chili pepper) for an analgesic effect.

— laura regensdorf, Vogue, "Say Goodbye to Period Pain—And Hello to the New Menstruation Supplements and Cannabis Salves," 1 Nov. 2017
His achy shoulder was the primary topic of conversation.

— eric bolin, ajc, "Arkansas coach Bret Bielema’s words Monday helped motivate Frank Ragnow," 10 Oct. 2017
Sometimes what might be thought to be signs of a concussion, such as an achy stomach or head, are actually symptoms of the flu, and a hit to the head is coincidental, Benjamin said.

— suzanne baker, Naperville Sun, "Big spike in District 203 concussion numbers tied to parental reporting," 26 Aug. 2017
Those of us who have logged the most miles have reported achy outer thighs after resting them against the relatively firm seat sculpting for more than three or four hours in the saddle.

— Car and Driver, "2017 Chrysler Pacifica," 17 Aug. 2017
That in turn saddles you with lower back pain, neck pain, achy shoulders, migraines, and even digestive system problems.

— anthony j. yeung, Esquire, "How to Fix Your Terrible Posture," 11 July 2017
Customers complained almost immediately after the changeover a year later; their children felt achy and ill, and many folks were losing hair and developing sores and rashes.

— WIRED, "The Crisis in Flint Isn’t Over. It’s Everywhere.," 28 May 2017
A new jet lag treatment comes in 40- or 60-minute sessions, comprised of a reviving foot soak in volcanic menthol mineral salts, a dry body brushing to stimulate the senses and an energy-boosting massage on the achy spot of your choice.

— meirav devash, CNN, "How to beat jet lag with hotel spa treatments," 15 May 2017
Use spare towels like exercise bands to bring stiff, achy lower limbs to life, and loosen up your arms and chest by pulling on a towel anchored around the leg of the bed.

— jay willis, GQ, "How to Get the Best Workout Possible Without Ever Leaving Your Hotel Room," 27 June 2017

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