winced
Americanverb
Etymology
Origin of winced
First recorded in 1630–40; winc(e) 1 ( def. ) + -ed 1 ( def. ) for the past tense; winc(e) 1 ( def. ) + -ed 2 ( def. ) for the past participle
Example Sentences
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Clare winced at the confession, which felt deeply personal and a little pathetic.
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I winced and lowered the parasol so it covered my thighs.
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Oliver winced as he handed me both a napkin and a bottle of water that had been waiting behind his bag.
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Elliot winced at the words package deal, and I knew it was because I was part of that particular package.
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Jonah winced, squeezed Katherine’s arm back even harder, and glanced around, because Daniella McCarthy was someone he really wanted to see.
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