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needles

Pronunciation: [ˈniːdəlz]

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Learn how to use needles in a sentence: 12 audio examples across 4 meanings.

Context: “crafts”

(noun) a long, thin tool used for sewing or knitting. It's sharp at one end so you can pass thread through it. People use needles to make clothes or other fabric items.

Example

She used a needle to stitch the buttons on her shirt.

Example

He didn't have any needles, so he couldn't finish his sewing project.

Example

Do you know where the sewing needles are kept?

Context: “health”

(noun) a small, sharp instrument used in medicine to give shots or draw blood. This type is very thin and helps doctors help people feel better.

Example

The doctor used a needle to give the patient a flu shot.

Example

She was afraid of needles, so she didn’t want to go to the doctor.

Example

Are needles used for vaccines in your country?

Context: “botany”

(noun) the thin, pointed leaves of some trees, like pine trees. They look like long, green sticks and help the trees stay green during winter.

Example

The pine tree has beautiful green needles all year long.

Example

The tree lost its needles in the summer, which was unusual.

Example

What do you think happens to the needles of the tree in winter?

Context: “emotion”

(verb) to poke or prod someone in a playful manner, often to tease them. It's like making a little fun of someone in a friendly way.

Example

He needled his friend about their favorite sports team.

Example

She didn't want to needle her brother, so she let him be.

Example

Why do you think friends sometimes needle each other?

How to pronounce needles

Pronunciation: [ˈniːdəlz]

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