wince
US /wɪns/
UK /wɪns/
1.
grimaçer, tressaillir
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.
Il grimaça quand le médecin toucha son bras blessé.
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She winced at the thought of the upcoming surgery.
Elle grimaça à l’idée de la prochaine opération.
1.
grimace, tressaillement
an involuntary grimace or shrinking movement of the body
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A slight wince crossed his face as he tried to stand.
Une légère grimace traversa son visage alors qu’il essayait de se lever.
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She suppressed a wince as the cold water hit her skin.
Elle réprima une grimace lorsque l’eau froide toucha sa peau.