as in to pierce
to cause or experience an unpleasant feeling that is like the feeling of having many small, sharp points against your skin
The burrs were prickling my arm. The wool sweater prickled my skin.
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Recent Examples of prickle
Miri Talabac, Baltimore Sun, 11 July 2024
The guitar riff prickles nervously; the melody pleads in the manner of a hungry pet; Parton sings, in a trembling tone, about the woman who could and very well might take her man.
—Spencer Kornhaber, The Atlantic, 29 Mar. 2024
CBS News, 4 Dec. 2024
People may also notice a discomfort, prickling or itching sensation at the site of the bite, the government agency said, adding that these symptoms can remain for several days.
—Jonathan Limehouse, USA TODAY, 2 Dec. 2024
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Verb
The prickles can also nick the skin, causing irritation.
—Miri Talabac, Baltimore Sun, 11 July 2024
The guitar riff prickles nervously; the melody pleads in the manner of a hungry pet; Parton sings, in a trembling tone, about the woman who could and very well might take her man.
—Spencer Kornhaber, The Atlantic, 29 Mar. 2024
Noun
There also may be discomfort, prickling, or an itching sensation at the site of the bite.
—CBS News, 4 Dec. 2024
People may also notice a discomfort, prickling or itching sensation at the site of the bite, the government agency said, adding that these symptoms can remain for several days.
—Jonathan Limehouse, USA TODAY, 2 Dec. 2024
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Verb
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Sofia rests on ancient Roman ruins—its skyline pierced by golden Orthodox domes, leafy parks, and boulevards humming with espresso cafés and bookstalls.—
Lewis Nunn,
Forbes.com,
14 Aug. 2025
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While slow, its sharp edges pierce deeply for its weight.—
Oliver Brandt,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 Aug. 2025
Noun
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People with diabetes need to monitor their blood sugar levels, as spikes and drops can have dangerous health effects.—
Kaitlin Sullivan,
Health,
7 Aug. 2025
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During demand spikes and relentless heatwaves, like the ones breaking records this summer, major grid components like power capacitors, which are essential for grid stability, can’t cool down.—
Shaun Walsh,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Gavin Newsom continues to mock Trump on 'Bela' The California governor's office has taken to mimicking Trump's social media style in posts trolling the president and generally poking fun at Republicans online.—
Kinsey Crowley,
USA Today,
18 Aug. 2025
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Apart from at the very top of the tree, which presumably pokes through Florentino Perez’s office window at Real Madrid, there are no solutions, only trade-offs.—
Mark Critchley,
New York Times,
18 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Political leaders in California and Texas have traded barbs this week over the comparative fairness of their congressional maps.—
Patrick Gleason,
Forbes.com,
1 Aug. 2025
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The primary case, which was punctuated by barbs legal and otherwise between the opponents, ended up going to arbitration.—
Dominic Patten,
Deadline,
31 July 2025
Verb
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As for the number of people stung, the beach patrol doesn’t have numbers.—
Todd Karpovich,
Baltimore Sun,
30 July 2025
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The other hallmark symptoms include swelling—especially around the lips, eyelids or extremities—and a burning or stinging sensation in affected areas.—
Elizabeth Yuko,
Flow Space,
23 July 2025
Noun
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Then comes the other source of snags: the differences among partners that develop as any plan comes together.—
Christopher Bonanos,
Curbed,
29 July 2025
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The back-and-forth over the yearlong negotiation process has hit another snag after apparent mixed messaging between the city and the union.—
Alex Brizee
July 18,
Idaho Statesman,
18 July 2025
Verb
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The dish is almost a tease, tickling and poking you by showcasing carrots such that here a confident argument is made to herald them in as the pre-eminent salad vegetable.—
Timothy DePeugh,
Charlotte Observer,
23 July 2025
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Please remember to check back if there's nothing there right now that tickles you!—
Ars Staff,
ArsTechnica,
8 July 2025
Noun
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Strollers, skateboards, skates, stickers, balloons, markers.—
Ed Masley,
AZCentral.com,
5 Aug. 2025
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The issues automakers face Beyond the prices on the window sticker, there is the price a customer pays after trade-ins and negotiations: The transaction price.—
Jamie L. LaReau,
Freep.com,
4 Aug. 2025
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“Prickle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prickle. Accessed 21 Aug. 2025.
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