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will sting

  • future tense
    of sting.
    sting
    verb (used with object)
    to prick or wound with a sharp-pointed, often venom-bearing organ.

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But nothing will sting like the final two innings — when a potential turning-point moment instead resulted in more familiar heartache.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 13, 2025

While not taking her opportunity to win at least a set against one of the world's best will sting, Burrage can reflect proudly on how she has revived her career.

From BBC ● Jan. 15, 2025

Purdy bounced back from the worst game of his young NFL career and his first regular season loss as a starter, but those late interceptions will sting.

From Seattle Times ● Oct. 23, 2023

Scotland are far from done in this run, but this one will sting for some time.

From BBC ● Oct. 12, 2023

“This will sting just a bit,” said the guard.

From "Six of Crows" by Leigh Bardugo