Definition of Cringe
to shrink or flinch, as in fear, disgust or embarrassment
Examples of Cringe in a sentence
Because I'm afraid of the dentist, I cringe every time I get my teeth cleaned. 🔊
Julie could not help but cringe at the thought of eating chocolate covered crickets. 🔊
Briana is typically a brave girl, but coming face to face with a mountain lion on her hike made her cringe in fear. 🔊
I cringe every time I read my father's suicide letter. 🔊
I cringe with embarrassment when I look at old photos of myself at over 300 pounds. 🔊
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