Example Sentences

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Arsenal are hurting but they will fly back from Hungary early on Sunday before joining their fans to celebrate a season to be proud of.

From BBC • May 30, 2026

The doomjobbing trend comes at an uncertain time in the labor market, when unemployment is low but workers without jobs are hurting — especially new college graduates.

From MarketWatch • May 15, 2026

The war’s disruption of exports and rise in fertilizer prices are hurting California farmers.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2026

“Gas prices are up, and we know they’re up, and we know that people are hurting because of it, and we’re doing everything we can to ensure that they stay lower,” he said.

From Barron's • Mar. 18, 2026

Scoob forgot he was even carrying it, though, come to think of it, his shoulders are hurting from the extra weight.

From "Clean Getaway" by Nic Stone