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The phrase "a twinge of" is correct and is commonly used in written English.
It is typically used to describe a sudden, slight feeling or sensation, often one of physical discomfort or emotional pain. It can also be used metaphorically to describe a brief, sharp feeling or emotion. Example: As she lifted her heavy suitcase, she felt a twinge of pain in her lower back. Example: Despite her success, she couldn't help but feel a twinge of jealousy when she saw her friend's new car.
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She felt a twinge of envy.
Still, a twinge of doubt set in.
I feel a twinge of revulsion.
Galla felt a twinge of betrayal.
Perhaps he feels a twinge of complicity.
Or maybe there is even a twinge of guilt.
I replaced the dress, with a twinge of regret.
Hearing that story recently elicited a twinge of guilt.
You may recall nervousness, a twinge of guilt.
Still, I can't help feeling a twinge of ambivalence.
To this day, I also feel a twinge of envy.
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