Take the ultimate symbol of love and set it on fire, and you get the uncomfortable chest sensation caused by eating too much Valentine chocolate. What word is it?
Heartburn
Combining 'heart' (the primary icon of love) with 'burn' (to catch fire) creates 'heartburn.' This wordplay connects the romantic icon of Valentine's Day with the physical indigestion someone might experience after eating too many rich sweets.
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