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Give somebody gyp

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Physical DiscomfortPlay
Often refers to persistent minor pain or annoyance rather than severe pain. SlideThis old sofa gives me gyp whenever I sit on it.
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Casual ExpressionPlay
Used informally, more common in spoken conversation than written form. SlideI can't jog today; my knee is giving me gyp again.
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Empathetic ResponsePlay
Expressing about something that gives gyp can invite sympathy or understanding. SlideEver since the accident, climbing stairs really gives me gyp.
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