wince visibly
Frequency: 6.01.1 per million words
to describe a wince that is clearly seen by others
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Examples (10)
- When the doctor touched his injured arm, he winced visibly.
- She couldn't help but wince visibly at the excruciating sound of the screeching brakes.
- The bitter taste made him wince visibly, despite his attempts to hide it.
- He tried to maintain a poker face, but the harsh criticism caused him to wince visibly.
- Even from across the room, I could see her wince visibly when the news was announced.
- The sudden bright light made the patient wince visibly as he opened his eyes.
- During the dental procedure, she would occasionally wince visibly from discomfort.
- His sarcastic remark made everyone wince visibly, creating an awkward silence.
- Despite his bravery, the sight of the open wound made the soldier wince visibly.
- If you look closely, you'll see him wince visibly every time he moves his shoulder.