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stingingly

Description:

Stingingly is an adverb that describes something causing a sharp, intense, or painful sensation.

Senses:

Sense 1:

Causing a sharp or intense pain sensation.

Example: The icy wind blew stingingly against his face.

Sense 2:

Causing a painful or hurtful emotional response.

Example: Her sarcastic comment cut stingingly, leaving him feeling wounded.

Usages:

Usage 1:

Adverb used to describe physical pain or sensation.

Example: The bee's venom spread stingingly throughout her arm.

Usage 2:

Adverb used to describe emotional or psychological pain or hurt.

Example: His words hit me stingingly, affecting my self-confidence.

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