How to Use sting for in a Sentence
sting for
verb-
That’s going to sting for a good while.
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Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
11 Jan. 2026
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However, this loss will sting for a long time.
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Joe Vardon,
New York Times,
11 June 2026
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Yes, this loss will sting for a long time for those players and coaches.
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Mike Bianchi,
The Orlando Sentinel,
23 Mar. 2026
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At 25 years old, time is still on his side, but this knock back will sting for some time.
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Carl Anka,
New York Times,
27 May 2026
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The feeling of rejection from your toddler can sting for any parent.
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Daniella Gray,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 Nov. 2025
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Undoubtedly, the loss will sting for a while, but Velin is proud of what the Panthers showed.
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Mike Cook,
Twin Cities,
23 Oct. 2025
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The Cardinals seemed to show signs of growth initially, but that collapse against the Titans will sting for a bit.
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Mike Jones,
New York Times,
9 Oct. 2025
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Dan Skipper - Detroit Lions This one is going to sting for the Detroit Lions faithful.
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Mike Fore,
Forbes.com,
27 Aug. 2025
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Seeing New England reach the sport’s biggest stage must sting for Ravens fans that witnessed Baltimore surrender a 24-13 fourth-quarter lead in late December at M&T Bank Stadium.
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Baltimore Sun Staff,
Baltimore Sun,
7 Feb. 2026
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