Egypt plagued by floods followed by swarm of "deathstalker" scorpions that stung hundreds of people

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They just can’t catch a break, can they.

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I don’t think it’s the bites you have to worry about. Typo?

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I’ve often seen that word used loosely, especially when it comes to insects. “Bitten” can mean “stung” or “pinched” sometimes.

Webster’s says “to wound, pierce, or sting.”

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Let… My… People… Go!

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You know what? Just double fuck those hateful ass bugs. I’d be looking for a 55 gallon drum of Raid Scorpion and Spider Spray.

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“Smitten”

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[personal nightmare scenario: unlocked]

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In that case I guess “insects” is another one of those terms being applied loosely here.

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To be fair, most other arachnids do bite?

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Ha! Yes, I didn’t catch myself. Insects and arachnids and other arthropods.

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“Stung” would be much more accurate.

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