winced

[winst]

verb

1. simple past tense and past participle of wince.

Word History and Origins

Origin of winced¹

First recorded in 1630–40; winc(e) ¹ ( def. ) + -ed ¹ ( def. ) for the past tense; winc(e) ¹ ( def. ) + -ed ² ( def. ) for the past participle

Example Sentences

“I’m just trying to play the game hard, take advantage of certain situations,” said Edman, who immediately winced in pain after rounding first base on a single in the fifth inning.

From Los Angeles Times

When we asked about how young people feel about Americans, the minder winced visibly and tried to stop her answering.

From BBC

When asked how he would define his career at this juncture, Bacon winced a little bit, saying it isn’t something he does too often.

From Los Angeles Times

Martin winced and chuckled, but said nothing, which was the basic principle of his entire performance.

From Salon

JuJu Watkins winced, shaking her left hand, the collective basketball world holding its breath.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

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• blanch 
• cower 
• cringe 
• flinch 
• grimace 
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