Painful throb Crossword Clue

Here is the answer for the crossword clue Painful throb . We have found 40 possible answers for this clue in our database. Among them, one solution stands out with a 98% match which has a length of 4 letters. We think the likely answer to this clue is ACHE.

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40 Potential Answers:

RankAnswerLengthSourceDate
98% ACHE Painful throb (4)
24% REPAINT Change colour visibly from goitre — pain throbbing (7)
4% ACHES Throbs (5) USA Today Nov 13, 2025
3% BUNION Painful lump on a toe (6) The Telegraph Cross Atlantic Jan 16, 2026
3% YELP Cry of canine pain (4) Puzzler Backwords Jan 13, 2026
3% CRUEL Willfully causing pain (5) New York Times Mini Jan 12, 2026
3% EMPATHIZED Felt someone's pain (10) New York Times Jan 11, 2026
3% CRICK Pain, particularly in the neck (5) The Telegraph Plusword Jan 5, 2026
3% SORES Painful spots (5) USA Today Jan 3, 2026
3% CRAMP Constant inclination is a pain (5) (5) Mirror Cryptic Jan 3, 2026
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In this clue, "Painful throb" is a description that hints at a common sensation associated with discomfort. The answer, "ACHE," fits perfectly as it directly corresponds to the sensation described in the clue.