stinging

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Nathan Hochman and the union that represents rank-and-file police officers offered a stinging rebuke of embattled City Atty.

From Los Angeles Times • May 5, 2026

The unfortunate Castellanos forced a fine save out of Caoimhin Kelleher late in the first half when his stinging effort from the edge of the area was tipped over the bar.

From BBC • May 2, 2026

The new CEO faced a stinging rebuke from shareholders last week at the annual general meeting where they largely rejected two board proposals as a step backwards on transparency, particularly concerning climate strategy.

From Barron's • Apr. 28, 2026

The Muse Spark launch also comes just two weeks after a pair of stinging court losses.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026

They sailed through the air as the river churned and wailed below them, splashing Annabeth’s bare ankles with stinging brine.

From "The House of Hades" by Rick Riordan