うずき

Alternative writings: 疼き
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1A throbbing or sharp twinge of pain; a transient ache or pang (often used for physical pain or a sharp feeling of longing). Usually written in kana.

NounUsually Kana

Examples

胸にうずきが走った。

A twinge ran through my chest.

古い虫歯のうずきがひどくて眠れなかった。

The throbbing from an old cavity was so bad I couldn't sleep.

彼への未練が胸のうずきとして残っている。

My lingering feelings for him remain as a twinge in my chest.

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