hurting vs toward

hurting

noun
  • A sensation that hurts. 

toward

prep
  • In relation to (someone or something). 

  • For the purpose of attaining (an aim). 

  • In the direction of. 

  • Located close to; near (a time or place). 

adj
  • Yielding, pliant; docile; ready or apt to learn; not froward. 

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