wince slightly
Frequency: 7.21.8 per million words
to describe a small, subtle wince
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Examples (10)
- She winced slightly as the nurse injected the needle.
- He couldn't help but wince slightly at the loud noise.
- The bitter taste made him wince slightly.
- I saw her wince slightly when he mentioned her ex-boyfriend.
- Even a gentle touch made him wince slightly due to the bruise.
- The bright flash of light caused her to wince slightly.
- He tried not to wince slightly during the uncomfortable conversation.
- A sudden cramp made her wince slightly in her side.
- The unexpected criticism made him wince slightly inside.
- She winced slightly, feeling the sharp pain in her ankle.