They'll make you smart (6)

I believe the answer is:

stings

(Other definitions for stings that I've seen before include "Bee bites" , "Confidence tricks by the bee?" , "Painful wounds made by insects" , "Confidence tricks, swindles" , "Hurts like bee or wasp" .)

I've seen this clue in the Newsday.

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