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flinch

[flinch] / flɪntʃ /


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Burke, who attended the court hearing wearing an orange prison jumpsuit, did not flinch when the pictures were shown.

From Barron's Jul. 21, 2026

They flinch as soon as they learn of its costs.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 15, 2026

However, back-to-back double faults and another miss from the Italian gifted Kecmanovic his breakthrough in the ninth game, and the Serb did not flinch as he served out the first set to love.

From BBC Jun. 29, 2026

But Kutler said he didn’t flinch, and the new company has been “1,000%” supportive.

From Los Angeles Times Feb. 25, 2026

I imagine that crown on Oak’s brow and flinch from the image.

From "The Cruel Prince" by Holly Black




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