Example Sentences

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It has stung him, but as an early investor he's still made incredible profits.

From BBC • Nov. 9, 2023

Washington’s poor performance in this series has stung all the more coming at the hands of its former coach, Barry Trotz, who has his Islanders dominating nearly every facet of the game.

From Washington Post • Aug. 18, 2020

Ms. Watson said that she has received some support, but the condemnation has stung.

From New York Times • Mar. 22, 2019

News of the potential buyout already has stung investors known as “short sellers” who have long been a thorn in Elon Musk’s side.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 8, 2018

He recalls the glance which she shot at him as she cried, "a kusha-grass has stung my foot."

From Hindu literature : Comprising The Book of good counsels, Nala and Damayanti, The Ramayana, and Sakoontala by Arnold, Edwin, Sir