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Darn discomfort caused by exercise? (6)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

stitch

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(Other definitions for stitch that I've seen before include "Application of needle produces this" , "Sew - sharp pain in side" , "Sudden pain in side after exercise" , "Sharp spasm of pain in the side" , "Tack; pain in side" .)

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