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I have a terrible headache vs I have a terrible headache since

The correct phrase is "I have a terrible headache." The addition of "since" at the end of the sentence is unnecessary and grammatically incorrect.

Last updated: March 15, 2024 • 1648 views

I have a terrible headache

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is a simple statement indicating that the speaker is currently experiencing a severe headache.

Examples:

  • I have a terrible headache. I need to lie down.
  • She said, "I have a terrible headache, so I can't go out tonight."
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  • Sep 22, 2013 ... I have a terrible headache all day, everyday, without fail. It's got to the point now that I'm stressed; fed up, hardly sleeping, can't concentrate at uni or any time really. Please understand that the pain never goes, the headache ...
  • Jul 7, 2012 ... Headache bad!? I have a terrible headache seriously painful I took a 10mg norco what else can I do besides avoid annoying lights and sounds.any herbs or stretching ... 1 answer • 7 Mar 2012 ...
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I have a terrible headache since

This phrase is incorrect. The word "since" should not be used at the end of the sentence in this context.

  • While taste testing, I immediately got an itchy throat and now I have a terrible headache. Since it's the ONLY variable in my stew, it's got to be a reaction to it. I don't think I'll be having it for dinner tonight :(. chelseamcgovern | March 17, 2015 at ...
  • Jun 24, 2014 ... ... Owner Jun 24, 2014 Professional Digital Artist. I noticed a little thing that recipient was spelled wrong in the "Give completely anonymously" section. If I'm wrong, just ignore me. I have a terrible headache since last week :(.
  • I have a terrible headache since yesterday and I just stayed in bed the whole day. I wish there is a custom mattress that can heal your sickness once you sleep on them. But i guess that was just my wild imagination. So, perhaps this ginger tea ...

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