needles
nee-dles
verb
To persistently tease or provoke someone, often in a playful or annoying manner.
"He often needles his brother about his football team."
noun
Small, thin metal tools with a sharp point, used for sewing or injections.
"She bought a pack of sewing needles for her embroidery."
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Synonyms: needle, goad, phonograph needle, acerate leaf