
Heartburn
Common Triggers
Understand common causes of heartburn, like spicy food, to anticipate the word's use.

After the barbecue, Karen complained of heartburn.
Not Literal
Recognize 'heartburn' isn't about the heart, but rather discomfort from the stomach.

Despite the name, heartburn doesn't mean heart trouble.
Feeling Description
Use 'heartburn' to describe a personal sensation, not an observable condition.

She described her heartburn as a sharp, persistent pain.
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