😣wince

verb
/wɪns/

Meaning

To make an involuntary movement of the face or body as a result of pain or distress.

Example Sentences

He winced when the doctor touched his injured arm.

Example Expressions

make someone wince

Synonyms

flinch, recoil, grimace, shrink, cringe

Antonyms

face, confront, endure

Collocations

wince in pain, wince slightly, wince at the sight, wince visibly

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