Example Sentences

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The lead lawyer for Google "visibly cringed" when the specific share of ad revenue sent to Apple was revealed, according to Bloomberg.

From BBC • Nov. 14, 2023

And I just cringed, because Jill and I, neither one of us would care if people took pictures.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 28, 2023

He cringed and added, “I would never say, ‘Grab my guitar, strumming with all my might.’”

From Seattle Times • Aug. 6, 2023

The video went viral, his supporters cringed and his critics pounced.

From New York Times • Jun. 4, 2023

Mom almost sang the idea, and Cas cringed.

From "Time Bomb" by Joelle Charbonneau