pinch
verb (used with object)
to squeeze or compress between the finger and thumb, the teeth, the jaws of an instrument, or the like.
pinches
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pluralof pinch.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
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present tense formof pinch (3rd person singular).present tense
Used to describe things happening now or regularly.
pinchverb (used with object)to squeeze or compress between the finger and thumb, the teeth, the jaws of an instrument, or the like.
Example Sentences
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The bridge pinches off faster than light could traverse it, rendering it non-traversable.
From Science Daily ● May 22, 2026
Rising inflation pinches households and can keep borrowing costs elevated.
From MarketWatch ● May 7, 2026
"Ivor pinches, he bites and pulls and messes things up... he's not a normal brother," she said, adding her daughters are also his carers and give her "emotional support".
From BBC ● Jun. 14, 2025
“Would a frugal businessman,” Blanche asked, “would a man who pinches pennies, repay a $130,000 debt to the tune of $420,000?”
From Salon ● May 7, 2024
I lay my head all the way back, stretching to make sure no skin pinches or pulls.
From "The Last Cuentista" by Donna Barba Higuera
