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tingly

American  
[ting-glee] / ˈtɪŋ gli /

adjective

tinglier, tingliest
  1. tingling or causing a tingling sensation.


Etymology

Origin of tingly

First recorded in 1895–1900; tingle + -y 1

Example Sentences

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The small bowl of tingly, gingery, clear broth that comes with each chicken option works as a palate-cleanser, or dip some bird and/or rice into it.

From Seattle Times • May 9, 2024

Her tongue felt strange, “a little tingly, starting to get a little bit numb,” and in a week she was readmitted to the hospital.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 14, 2023

Her legs, hands and feet became increasingly numb and tingly until, last year, she could no longer walk.

From BBC • Feb. 23, 2023

When served raw, its tingly crunch lends vibrancy and parsley-like earthiness to salads — whether citrusy or mayo-based, chopped or shaved into slaw.

From Salon • Jan. 21, 2023

Leo’s mouth felt tingly, like he’d just eaten Pop Rocks.

From "The House of Hades" by Rick Riordan

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