1
as in jobs
a dull, unpleasant, or difficult piece of work
filling out all the required forms was a real headache
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as in frustrations
something that is a source of irritation
one of the headaches of being a band teacher is never knowing if the school's music program will be cut
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Recent Examples of headaches
But the departures are often bigger PR headaches than operational ones.
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Reed Albergotti,
semafor.com,
23 June 2026
But the move enabled Florida to lock in what will be one of the best top-six forward groups in the league, slotting Brady Tkachuck into the left wing spot on the second line alongside center Sam Bennett and right wing Matthew Tkachuk that will cause opponents major headaches.
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Eduardo A. Encina,
The Orlando Sentinel,
22 June 2026
The church was concerned a site in uptown would interfere with their operations and create traffic headaches.
—
Mary Ramsey
updated June 22,
Charlotte Observer,
22 June 2026
So while some foods may prevent or manage migraine headaches, some may actually trigger them.
—
Joy Emeh,
Health,
22 June 2026
Clearly, these aren’t just California headaches.
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Jonathan Lansner,
Oc Register,
21 June 2026
And the 24/7 noise pollution can lead to headaches, lost sleep, vertigo, and other health issues.
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Liz Krueger,
New York Daily News,
20 June 2026
The weekend’s patchwork of severe weather could cause headaches for holiday travelers.
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Denise Chow,
NBC news,
20 June 2026
Systemic symptoms may include dizziness, headaches, a rapid heart rate, fatigue, intense thirst, and body aches.
—
Maggie O'Neill,
Verywell Health,
18 June 2026
Reed Albergotti,
semafor.com,
23 June 2026
But the move enabled Florida to lock in what will be one of the best top-six forward groups in the league, slotting Brady Tkachuck into the left wing spot on the second line alongside center Sam Bennett and right wing Matthew Tkachuk that will cause opponents major headaches.
—
Eduardo A. Encina,
The Orlando Sentinel,
22 June 2026
The church was concerned a site in uptown would interfere with their operations and create traffic headaches.
—
Mary Ramsey
updated June 22,
Charlotte Observer,
22 June 2026
So while some foods may prevent or manage migraine headaches, some may actually trigger them.
—
Joy Emeh,
Health,
22 June 2026
Clearly, these aren’t just California headaches.
—
Jonathan Lansner,
Oc Register,
21 June 2026
And the 24/7 noise pollution can lead to headaches, lost sleep, vertigo, and other health issues.
—
Liz Krueger,
New York Daily News,
20 June 2026
The weekend’s patchwork of severe weather could cause headaches for holiday travelers.
—
Denise Chow,
NBC news,
20 June 2026
Systemic symptoms may include dizziness, headaches, a rapid heart rate, fatigue, intense thirst, and body aches.
—
Maggie O'Neill,
Verywell Health,
18 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for headaches
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But labor unions and safety experts warn driverless big rigs could threaten jobs and public safety.
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Most of the jobs, 334, are full-time, which is 109 above the pre-construction projection in that category.
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Those frustrations could be on the verge of boiling over.
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South Africa has a history of xenophobic violence as migrants from poor nations like Zimbabwe, Mozambique and Malawi generally end up settling in impoverished communities in South Africa where unemployment and frustrations are high.
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At lightweight, where the middle tier is stacked with killers, that kind of skid is usually enough to force a move.
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The island village is beset by sea hags, serial killers, creepy clowns and other evils that interfere with Tom’s dream of turning Widow’s Bay into a Martha’s Vineyard-like tourist destination.
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Besides being nuisances, many types carry diseases including West Nile virus, encephalitis, and canine heartworm.
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If the nuisances continue at Albany Care, the city is seeking a court order to shut the facility down, separate from the state action.
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Populations have since gradually recovered due to conservation efforts.
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Despite lifesaving efforts, he was pronounced dead on the scene.
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On Tuesday, some customers were still reporting problems accessing accounts, updating banking information and navigating the transition.
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Peterson has since said an increase in his creatine intake was to blame for his cramping problems.
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Using one-time revenues for ongoing obligations is not fiscally responsible, masks structural deficits and shifts burdens to future budgets.
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According to the European Commission, the duty-free de minimis exemption was introduced in order to alleviate administrative burdens for customs authorities and businesses, but the digitalization of customs procedures has ameliorated that issue.
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However, some homeowners may be wary of planting roses because of their heavy thorns—especially in households with children or pets.
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Often reaching up to six feet tall, these bushes, also known as brambles, have sharp thorns covering their branches.
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“Headaches.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/headaches. Accessed 26 Jun. 2026.
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