tingly
Americanadjective
Etymology
Origin of tingly
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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