I have a stinging pain here.
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Stinging
//ˈstɪŋɪŋ//
Synonyms for "stinging" (140 found)
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Related words (70)
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Sample sentences
13 total sentences available.
Why do bees die after stinging?
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Don't fear the stinging of the thorns if you want to break the rose.
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The little mermaid drank the burning, stinging draught, and it was like a sharp two-edged sword running through her tender frame.
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