needling
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After graduating, she began practicing conventional Western medicine at a clinic by day, and needling animals in their living rooms on evenings and weekends.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 17, 2026
Best known as one-half of reality TV’s most polarizing couple on “The Hills,” Pratt built a reputation as a needling instigator, often leaning into the role of villain with annoying enthusiasm.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026
British journalist Piers Morgan, who delights in needling Australia, posted his condolences along with a prayer emoji on social media: "My thoughts with @CricketAus at this very difficult time."
From Barron's • Feb. 17, 2026
Dry needling is a treatment for pain and movement issues involving the insertion of tiny needles into the body.
From BBC • Dec. 12, 2025
He listened to the conversation around him, the joking, the needling, the telling and retelling.
From "Americanah" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
