wince in a sentence
v. i.
📚 Grade Level: Grade 6, Grade 7, Grade 8
Definition
To wince is to make a slight involuntary grimace or flinch in response to pain or distress.
Sample Sentences
- She couldn't help but wince at the sound of the glass shattering on the floor.
- He winced in pain as the doctor applied pressure to his injured ankle.
- The thought of facing her old rival made her wince with discomfort.
- As the comedian delivered a particularly cringeworthy joke, the audience collectively winced.
- I winced at the sight of the broken toy lying in the middle of the floor.
- She couldn't help but wince when she saw the doctor prepare the needle.
- The loud crack of thunder made him wince in anticipation of the storm.
- As the comedian told his joke, some audience members winced at the inappropriate punchline.
- He winced at the thought of having to confront his fears during the presentation.
- The sudden jolt of pain caused her to wince and clutch her arm.
- She couldn't help but wince as the doctor injected the needle into her arm.
- He winced at the thought of how much work he had left to finish before the deadline.
- The loud crash made everyone in the room wince in unison.
- She winced when she saw the bill after the extravagant dinner.
- He tried to hide his discomfort, but I could see him wince when he twisted his ankle.