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Discover LudwigThe phrase "was stinging" is correct and can be used in written English.
It is typically used to describe a sensation or feeling, or to convey that something is causing pain or discomfort. For example: - The sun was setting, and the saltwater from the ocean was stinging my eyes as I tried to catch one last wave. - The bee's venom was stinging my hand, and I quickly pulled away to avoid getting stung again. - The cold winter wind was stinging my face as I walked to my car. - The harsh words from her boss were stinging, and she couldn't shake them off all day.
Dictionary
was stinging
noun
A bump left on the skin after having been stung.
Exact(18)
The referee was stinging the Wallabies on the penalty count.
His right thumb had been hit and was stinging.
Sand was stinging their faces and the waves delivered crashing loads of gravel at their feet.
He told me he thought the ground was stinging With Anticipation.
There was stinging criticism from other countries about the way Mr Cameron had campaigned against Mr Juncker.
"I was crying, but I think it was because the smoke from the incense was stinging my eyes".
Similar(42)
He was stung.
Josephine was stung.
But I was stung".
Obinze was stung with surprise.
At dusk, she was stung again.
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