pinch gently

Frequency: 6.02.5 per million words

To squeeze lightly with the fingers.

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Examples (10)

  • She would pinch his cheek gently to show affection.
  • He asked me to gently pinch the edges of the dough to seal it.
  • The nurse gently pinched her arm before giving the injection.
  • Remember to pinch the delicate flower petals gently.
  • Could you gently pinch the loose thread to pull it out?
  • A soft, gently pinched earlobe is often a sign of comfort.
  • When pruning, pinch off the new shoots gently to encourage bushier growth.
  • She learned to gently pinch the baby's foot to check for a reaction.
  • He felt a gently pinched sensation on his skin, then realized it was a bug.
  • To remove the stem, gently pinch and twist it.