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pains

[peɪnz]

pains Definition

  • 1great effort; care; trouble
  • 2physical discomfort or suffering caused by illness or injury

Using pains: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "pains" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    He took great pains to ensure that everything was perfect for the party.

  • Example

    She suffered from severe stomach pains.

  • Example

    The doctor prescribed medication to relieve the patient's joint pains.

pains Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with pains

  • to take a lot of trouble or make a great effort to do something

    Example

    She went to great pains to make sure that the presentation was flawless.

  • to make a great effort to do something carefully and thoroughly

    Example

    He took pains to explain the instructions to the new employee.

  • the pains felt by a woman during childbirth

    Example

    The expectant mother was taken to the hospital when she started experiencing labour pains.

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Summary: pains in Brief

The term 'pains' [peɪnz] refers to great effort, care, or trouble, as in 'He took great pains to ensure that everything was perfect for the party.' It also denotes physical discomfort or suffering caused by illness or injury, as in 'She suffered from severe stomach pains.' The phrases 'go to great pains' and 'take pains' describe making a great effort to do something carefully and thoroughly.