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agony

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/ˈæɡəni/
1

severe physical or mental pain

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  • The patient endured the agony of chronic migraines for years.
  • The mental agony of waiting for test results can be overwhelming.
  • The agony of arthritis can make simple movements excruciating.
  • Individuals with kidney stones often describe the episodes as moments of intense agony.
  • Patients with severe burns often experience excruciating agony during treatment.
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