needling (EN)

noun, adjective

noun “needling”

1. the act of annoying or provoking someone with persistent criticism or taunts
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   Despite all his friend's needling, he refused to change his opinion.
2. the act of piercing or pricking with a needle, as in acupuncture or medical treatment
   The therapist applied needling techniques to relieve her muscle pain.

adjective “needling”

1. tending to annoy or provoke someone
   She ignored his needling comments and kept working.