earaches

noun

plural of earache
as in stomachaches

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  1. toothaches
  2. headaches
  3. aches
Noun
  • Once upon a time, the toothache plant (Acmella oleracea) was commonly used as a medicinal herb to make toothaches feel a bit better.
    — Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 July 2026
  • In the 19th century, doctors offered cocaine for depression and toothaches.
    — Hannah Kerman, STAT, 29 Apr. 2026
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  • Various parts of the plant have been used in traditional medicine systems such as Ayurveda to treat conditions including headaches, colic, dropsy, rheumatism, nervous agitation, constipation, dyspepsia, and infections of the eye and throat.
    — Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 9 Oct. 2026
  • In Monroe County, Woltanski said funding vouchers in her Florida Keys community has caused some budget headaches.
    — Austin Horn, Miami Herald, 9 Oct. 2026
Definition of headaches
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  • Some parents may be more lenient than others on the candy indulgence, but Arnaout says setting limits is important to avoid children getting stomach aches or nausea.
    — Lina Ruiz October 9, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Oct. 2026
  • Flu symptoms may include fever, chills, a cough, sore throat, runny or stuffy nose, muscle or body aches, headaches, fatigue or gastrointestinal issues, such as vomiting and diarrhea, according to the CDC.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 7 Oct. 2026
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“Earaches.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/earaches. Accessed 15 Oct. 2026.

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