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Definition sore in British English

sore adjective

adjective
/sɔː(r)/
1

painful and uncomfortable, usually as a result of an injury, infection, or too much exercise

Example

I always feel stiff and sore after gardening.

Example

Her eyes were sore from studying all night.

Example

a sore throat

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2

angry, or offended

Example

Helen was still feeling sore about what had happened.

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3

great: used for emphasizing that something is very serious or that it upsets you a lot

Example

a sore temptation/disappointment

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Definition sore in British English