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Hurt

usgb/hɜːrt/Volume
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Physical Sensation

Use 'hurt' to describe physical sensations that are unpleasant or painful.

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My back really hurts after lifting those boxes.
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Self-inflicted Accidents

'Hurt oneself' implies accidents or injury caused by the person's own actions.

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I hurt myself while trying to open the jar.
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