stung

Example Sentences

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"And of course, bees, which he said have never stung him."

From Science Daily • May 28, 2026

The new affordability efforts are aimed at consumers who have less money in their pockets, stung by rising prices at the gasoline pump and the grocery store.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

As for the movie, Fremar said that its “fantasy element” made it possible for her to enjoy it as entertainment, rather than the galley that stung her feelings.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 30, 2026

Those ached more than stung and left me completely voiceless for the following 24 hours.

From Slate • Apr. 18, 2026

The clothes smelled so bad, my eyes stung with tears, and I knew Mrs. Maroney and Flora would keep their distance.

From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan