wince

Example Sentences

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It’s taking up space that could be used for food you actually want to eat — food that nourishes you, that doesn’t make you wince a little every time you see it.

From Salon • Mar. 19, 2026

Those who wince at the idea of a blue-collar career change don’t necessarily look down on people who work with their hands.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 15, 2026

Almost instantly, you might wince, make a face, or even pull your own hand away.

From Science Daily • Dec. 23, 2025

"The noise that made I was like: 'Oh my God,'" he remembered with a wince.

From BBC • Nov. 8, 2025

We both wince as a fire truck races by with its lights flashing and sirens wailing.

From "Dragons in a Bag" by Zetta Elliott