sharp stab

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A sudden, intense feeling of pain.

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Examples (10)

  • He felt a sharp stab of pain in his chest.
  • A sharp stab of anxiety struck her as she waited for the results.
  • She experienced a sharp stab of guilt when she realized her mistake.
  • The unexpected criticism delivered a sharp stab of disappointment.
  • Even after all these years, the memory brought a sharp stab of grief.
  • He winced as a sharp stab went through his injured shoulder.
  • A sharp stab of loneliness hit him as he watched the happy couple.
  • The sudden chill in the air caused a sharp stab in her fingers.
  • She tried to hide the sharp stab of jealousy she felt.
  • Just thinking about it gave him a sharp stab of regret.