cringed
Example Sentences
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Like almost every parent, I cringed whenever my child or another player headed the ball.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 19, 2026
I know I’m not the only one who cringed.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 21, 2024
“Daddy’s home,” someone said, and a nation cringed.
From Slate ● Nov. 16, 2023
The lead lawyer for Google "visibly cringed" when the specific share of ad revenue sent to Apple was revealed, according to Bloomberg.
From BBC ● Nov. 14, 2023
In a matter of seconds, the two boys felt it loosening its grip as it cringed away from the light and warmth.
From "Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone" by J.K. Rowling
