heartache
Americannoun
noun
Other Word Forms
- heartaching adjective
Etymology
Origin of heartache
before 1000; Middle English hert ache, Old English heort ece; heart, ache
Example Sentences
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His decision caused heartache for some of his natural supporters, including King's widow, Coretta, who feared he would fail to win the Democratic Party's nomination and damage the chances of other progressive candidates.
From BBC
He said any delay to the criminal justice process would bring "more trauma and heartache" for victims' families.
From BBC
Johnson, who was already in the traditional leader's chair after her aggressive run down the slope, said that she felt "heartache" at Vonn's crash, which completely changed the complexion of the race.
From Barron's
George Mitchell, Chloe's father, said any delay to a trial would bring "more trauma and heartache".
From BBC
Whatever happens, investors should remember that there is potential for heartache, too, when using stocks to bet on the outcome of an event.
From Barron's
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