flinched

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

Translation

v.to recoil or withdraw from danger or pain

Phrases & Collocations

flinched at

flinched back

flinched away

flinched visibly

flinched slightly

flinched instinctively

flinched in fear

flinched from pain

flinched with surprise

flinched under pressure

Example Sentences

she flinched at the loud noise.

he flinched when the dog barked.

the child flinched from the sudden movement.

she didn't flinch when the doctor gave her the shot.

he flinched at the thought of public speaking.

they flinched at the sight of the spider.

she flinched but quickly regained her composure.

he flinched when the ball came flying towards him.

the soldier flinched at the sound of gunfire.

she flinched, expecting a harsh criticism.

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