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needle prick
nounfemininegeneral usecommon/ɐɡuˈʎaðɐ/a·gu·lha·da
Definitions
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A prick or sting made by a needle.
Usage examples
“I felt a needle prick in my finger while sewing.”
“The nurse gave a quick needle prick to administer the vaccine.”
Common combinations
sharp needle prick
2
A sharply critical or pointed remark.
Usage examples
“His comment was a barb aimed directly at his colleague's pride.”
“She couldn't resist throwing a barb about his mistake.”
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Antonyms
Common combinations
verbal barb