squirming

[US]/ˈskwɜːmɪŋ/
[UK]/ˈskwɜrmɪŋ/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

v.the present participle of squirm; to twist the body; to feel uncomfortable or embarrassed
adj.moving in a twisting or contorted motion

Phrases & Collocations

squirming child

squirming worm

squirming fish

squirming snake

squirming puppy

squirming insect

squirming audience

squirming teenager

squirming baby

squirming athlete

Example Sentences

the child was squirming in his seat during the long meeting.

she felt the squirming of the fish on the line.

he couldn't help but squirm when he heard the embarrassing story.

the worm was squirming in the dirt.

she watched the squirming baby with a smile.

he felt squirming discomfort in his stomach after the meal.

the puppy was squirming with excitement when it saw its owner.

she tried to sit still, but her nerves made her squirm.

the performer made the audience squirm with his shocking act.

he felt the squirming sensation of anxiety before the presentation.

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