wince

US /wɪns/
UK /wɪns/
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1.

give a slight involuntary grimace or shrinking movement of the body out of or in anticipation of pain or distress

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He winced as the doctor touched his injured arm.
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She winced at the thought of the upcoming surgery.
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flinchgrimacerecoilcringeblench
1.

an involuntary grimace or shrinking movement of the body

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A slight wince crossed his face as he tried to stand.
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She suppressed a wince as the cold water hit her skin.
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flinchgrimacerecoilcringestart