Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sores
Noun
-
This microscopic roundworm lays its eggs in root tissues, causing swellings or galls to develop on infected roots.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
9 July 2025
Noun
-
Marie painted a wooden panel white, dipped a belt in acrylic paint and struck the surface again and again, leaving marks scattered across the piece like scars and welts.—
Nia Dumas,
NPR,
16 June 2026
-
As a result, many brogue styles today still retain features like water-resistant storm welts, calling back to the style’s role as a foul-weather shoe in a time before rubber.—
Eric Twardzik,
Robb Report,
4 May 2026
Noun
-
Symptoms include fever, nausea, vomiting, muscle aches, headaches, confusion and convulsions.—
JT Moodee Lockman,
CBS News,
15 June 2026
-
For young children, anxiety might show up as physical complaints like tummy aches or headaches, while older kids may feel nervous and struggle to concentrate.—
Kimberly Zapata,
Parents,
14 June 2026
Noun
-
This approach also conveys empathy, showing that a provider understands the pains of its customers.—
Arthur Azizov,
Forbes.com,
4 June 2026
-
Moving your body before bedtime can help alleviate aches and pains.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
27 May 2026
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Cite this Entry
“Sores.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sores. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
