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piercing

[peer-sing] / ˈpɪər sɪŋ /


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They entered the world the way babies should, with piercing cries announcing their arrival.

From Salon • May 7, 2026

Claire's, founded in the US, first appeared on British high streets in the late 1990s selling jewellery and accessories mainly aimed at tween and teenage girls, and offering ear piercing services.

From BBC • Apr. 28, 2026

This minaudière from Schiaparelli features a gold-plated metal chain and rhinestone piercing, bringing the idea of a statement bag to levels unheard of.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

That came with a bullish piercing line in April 2020, followed by a morning star pattern completed that November.

From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026

These earmuffs have saved me from screechy subway brakes, piercing flutes, gross Noah sounds, trick or treat yells, wishy-washy Deb, and mean Kiki.

From "Muffled" by Jennifer Gennari




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