needling
Example Sentences
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Best known as one-half of reality TV’s most polarizing couple on “The Hills,” Pratt built a reputation as a needling instigator, often leaning into the role of villain with annoying enthusiasm.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026
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
One girl in school enjoyed needling me: “Why weren’t you in school yesterday? Oh, I bet because you were on TV.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 21, 2025
That’s when the needling kicked into a higher gear.
From Salon • Sep. 11, 2024
He was still mostly unencumbered by those needling questions of existence and self- consciousness.
From "Native Speaker" by Chang-rae Lee
