Sting (one) to the quick In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "sting (one) to the quick", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Tommy Tran calendar 2021-10-03 08:10

Meaning of Sting (one) to the quick

Synonyms:

cut to the heart

Variants:

cut (one) to the quick

Sting (one) to the quick verb phrase

To make one feel extremely upset, hurt or offended

The remark stung me to the quick, even though I tried my best to hide it.

Their mean words stung her to the quick.

I was stung to the quick by his sharp comments.

Other phrases about:

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A response to an insult, implying that people can be hurt by physical force but not by insults
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To intentionally and spitefully insult or show disrespect for someone

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Punish someone by damaging their dignity or reputation for what they have done without causing them permanent harm.

Grammar and Usage of Sting (one) to the quick

Verb Forms

  • stings (one) to the quick
  • stinging (one) to the quick
  • stung (one) to the quick

The verb "sting" should be conjugated according to its tense.

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