Sharp stab of pain (6)

I believe the answer is:

twinge

(Other definitions for twinge that I've seen before include "A slight pain or pang" , "Pinch" , "Sharp pang" , "Sudden darting pain" , "Sharp pain (of conscience?)" .)

I've seen this clue in the Sydney Morning Herald.

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