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The Clue
Painful sound (5 letter answer)
The Answer
GROAN
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Notes
The answer GROAN is uncommon, appearing about once every 450 puzzles.
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Definition
GROAN as a noun:
1. (groan, moan) = an utterance expressing pain or disapproval
GROAN as a verb:
1. (groan, moan, sough) = indicate pain, discomfort, or displeasure; "The students groaned when the professor got out the exam booklets"; "The ancient door soughed when opened"