- present participle of needle.
needling
Example Sentences
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British journalist Piers Morgan, who delights in needling Australia, posted his condolences along with a prayer emoji on social media: "My thoughts with @CricketAus at this very difficult time."
From Barron's • Feb. 17, 2026
Solomon’s response didn’t suffice for Wells Fargo’s Mike Mayo, who followed up by needling the investment bank.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 13, 2026
Benji is caustic, needling and selfish — the kind of guy who hogs the window seat, the shower and everyone’s attention.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 26, 2025
That’s when the needling kicked into a higher gear.
From Salon • Sep. 11, 2024
He listened to the conversation around him, the joking, the needling, the telling and retelling.
From "Americanah" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
