Example Sentences

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The primary symptom of gallstones is agonizing episodes of pain.

From Slate • Jul. 26, 2025

Using most apps on its tiny display is agonizing; there’s a reason why Samsung doesn’t allow this level of interaction in the first place.

From The Verge • Aug. 24, 2022

“The personal result is agonizing distress and undefined dissatisfaction. The social result is environmental pollution and neglected poor people.”

From New York Times • Aug. 5, 2022

Hours without contact with family members is agonizing, days even worse.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 7, 2022

It is agonizing to be away from her daughter and husband, but this is how it is for now.

From "At Last She Stood" by Erin Entrada Kelly