adv
Meaning 1
So as to cause toothache.
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Standard Lemma guide
toothachingly
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adv
Meaning 2
Overly in possession of an otherwise positive trait.
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Examples
- 1991: The Amazing Story of The Fantasticks, by Donald C. Farber and Robert Viagas The critics complained that the show was toothachingly darling, though the consensus among its creators is that the show was removed from its open-stage concept and placed in a traditional proscenium environment, breaking the important connection between actor and audience.
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adv
Meaning 3
Painfully, irritatingly.
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History
Etymology
From toothaching + -ly.