cringed

[US]/krɪndʒd/
[UK]/krɪndʒd/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

v.to shrink back or recoil, often in fear or disgust

Phrases & Collocations

cringed in embarrassment

cringed in fear

cringed with discomfort

cringed in horror

cringed with embarrassment

Example Sentences

she cringed at the thought of public speaking.

he cringed when he saw the embarrassing photos.

the audience cringed during the awkward silence.

they cringed at the terrible joke.

she cringed when her friend sang off-key.

he cringed as he watched the cringe-worthy movie.

we all cringed at the awkward moment during the meeting.

she cringed when her parents shared embarrassing stories.

he cringed at the thought of failing the exam.

the teacher cringed at the student's lack of preparation.

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