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stinging An intense pain caused by some type of irritant, such as a bee sting or a spicy food. ■ "Ow ow ow!" exclaimed John after getting stung by a bee while on his hike. "I think I just got my first sting of the season!
bees Small, buzzing insects that are known for their industriousness and stinging abilities. ■ A bee is a great worker! It can carry its own weight in pollen and never asks for anything in return.
Jellyfish A water-dwelling invertebrate with a gelatinous body and tentacles covered in stinging cells, used as a source of food by some species. ■ "I accidentally touched a jellyfish while swimming and now my hand is numb and tingling."
ow A sharp, stinging pain, usually caused by a sudden impact or injury. ■ "I accidentally stepped on a thumbtack and let out an ow! It hurt like crazy."
scorpions A small, venomous insect with a long tail that ends in a stinging point. ■ Scorpions are notorious for their painful stings. One time, a scorpion stung a man's hand and he ran into a house screaming "Help! Help!"
stings To act in an insincere or obnoxious way, typically to provoke a reaction. ■ "Hey, I'm just stinging you because you look so delicious!"