Arching: meaning, definitions and examples

Similar to the above, but focusing on specific situations where 'arching' is happening in real-time or in a descriptive sense.

• She felt a sharp pain while arching her back.
• The gymnast is arching on the balance beam.

This phrase is used in a more professional or technical context, particularly in architecture and engineering, to describe the process of building physical arches.

• The team is constructing arches for the new bridge.
• Constructing arches requires precise calculations and skilled labor.

This phrase is used specifically in architectural and design contexts to discuss the planning and creation of arch structures. It involves more of the conceptual and planning stages rather than the physical building.

• The architect is designing arches for the new cathedral.
• They spent weeks designing arches that would fit the aesthetic of the building.

Use 'arching' when describing a pain that feels like it's following a curved path or spreading out in a semi-circular motion. This type of pain is often felt in the lower back or around the ribs.

• She felt an arching pain in her lower back after bending over for too long.
• After the long run, an arching pain developed around his ribcage.

A 'sharp pain' is a sudden, intense discomfort that feels like being pricked or stabbed. This type of pain usually happens quickly and can be very intense, often indicating a serious issue.

• She felt a sharp pain in her side and decided to see a doctor immediately.
• A sharp pain shot through his hand when he accidentally touched the hot stove.

The term 'shooting sensation' is used to describe a pain that feels like it moves quickly along a nerve pathway, often starting from one point and radiating outwards. This type of pain can be associated with nerve issues or sciatica.

• A shooting sensation started in his lower back and traveled down his leg.
• Whenever she moved her arm, a shooting sensation would radiate from her shoulder to her fingertips.