stings

[US]/stɪŋz/
[UK]/stɪŋz/

Translation

n.plural of sting; insect stings; sharp pains; police traps
v.third person singular of sting; to wound with a sting; to cause sharp pain; to irritate or upset

Phrases & Collocations

bee stings

heart stings

stings sharply

stinging criticism

stings hurt

stinging rebuke

stings remain

stinging words

avoid stings

stinging feeling

Example Sentences

the bee's stings hurt, but i felt better after removing the stinger.

he felt the sharp stings of criticism after the project failed.

the scorpion's stings can be extremely painful and even dangerous.

the jellyfish's stings left a burning sensation on his skin.

he received several stings while gardening, despite wearing gloves.

the wasp's stings are known for being particularly painful.

the doctor applied ointment to soothe the bee stings.

the player felt the stings of defeat after losing the championship game.

she quickly removed the stinger to prevent further stings.

the film explored the emotional stings of betrayal and loss.

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