wince in

Examples (10)

• He winced in pain.
• She couldn't help but wince in embarrassment when her name was called.
• The patient tried not to wince in discomfort as the nurse cleaned the wound.
• He let out a small cry and winced in agony after twisting his ankle.
• Everyone winced in anticipation as the tightrope walker lost his balance.
• I winced in fear, expecting the loud crash to follow the lightning.
• The pungent smell made her wince in disgust.
• The audience winced in sympathy at the character's misfortune.
• He always winces in apprehension before a difficult exam.
• The sudden, piercing whistle made him wince in surprise.