pang

noun

\ ˈpaŋ

Definition of pang

(Entry 1 of 2)

1 : a brief piercing spasm of pain the pangs of childbirth

2 : a sharp attack of mental anguish pangs of remorse a pang of guilt a pang of disappointment

pang

verb

panged; panging; pangs

Definition of pang (Entry 2 of 2)

transitive verb

: to cause to have pangs : torment

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Noun

those hunger pangs that strike you in the middle of the afternoon

Recent Examples on the Web: Noun

Normally, individuals determined to touch a cactus are rewarded with a sharp pang of pain. — Meilan Solly, Smithsonian, "Listen to the Sounds of Succulents at the Brooklyn Botanic Garden," 29 Aug. 2019 While as many as 20 percent of U.S. veterans of Afghanistan experience post-traumatic stress disorder, the contractors in Kishanganj seemed to suffer mostly from severe pangs of nostalgia. — Paul Salopek, National Geographic, "Why these workers from India miss wartime Afghanistan," 21 Aug. 2019 Chastising XiuLi always leaves a shameful pang in my stomach. — Steve Trumpeter, chicagotribune.com, "2019 Algren Awards: Finalist: A Pamphlet for This," 20 July 2019 Social situations may bring out the pangs of jealousy in a partner, especially if someone makes you the target of their ardor. — Tribune Content Agency, oregonlive.com, "Horoscope for July 20, 2019: Happy birthday Sandra Oh; Capricorn, walk a fine line," 20 July 2019 So daily car commuters may love their rides, if with a pang of guilt. — Lila Maclellan, Quartz at Work, "Get to know the symbolism in your daily commute," 11 July 2019 But while the appeal of a lighter, brighter wardrobe is undeniable, those of us still cowering under the security blanket of sheer sleeve, lightweight cardigans, or ankle-grazing skirts may feel a few fleeting pangs of sartorial separation anxiety. — Jenna Rennert, Vogue, "Where To Get The Best Spray Tan From Coast to Coast," 19 Apr. 2019 Joe Reed has a twinkle in his eye as Tony, but also lets the audience see the weight on his mind and the pangs of regret. — Matthew J. Palm, orlandosentinel.com, "‘Outside Mullingar’: Mad Cow Theatre visits Irish countryside, with delightful results | Review," 26 June 2019 Read on for some of our favorite overwater bungalows around the world, and get ready for pangs of extreme wanderlust. — Paul Rubio, Condé Nast Traveler, "9 Beautiful Overwater Bungalows Around the World," 13 June 2019

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Its sonic trappings are in vogue, but thanks in large part to front-woman Fox Rodemich’s memorable voice, which pangs around the record like a cave bellow, there’s an outlying classic quality to these songs. — Dylan Owens, The Know, "The week in local albums: Shady Elders, Otis Taylor and Gasoline Lollipops," 16 Feb. 2017

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