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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

needling

/ˈniːd.lɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does needling mean?

verb

to cause someone to feel annoyed or irritated, often in a subtle or indirect way, typically by repeatedly mentioning or referring to something.

Example

"Her constant needling about my driving skills was starting to get on my nerves."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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