The phrase "stinging attack" refers to a powerful and painful assault, either physically or verbally, that causes discomfort or harm to the person being attacked. Full definition
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By John Egbokhan The Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Solomon Dalung has opened himself up to stinging attacks following his initiation of... (ghanapoliticsonline.com)
Donald Trump, the billionaire real - estate developer from New York, drew stinging attacks from Louisiana Gov. Bobby Jindal and former New York Gov. George Pataki. (courant.com)