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WINCES

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Winces.

Winces - as a noun

The facial expression of sudden pain

A reflex response to sudden pain

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
flinch

Winces - as a verb

Draw back, as with fear or pain

Example: "She flinched when they showed the slaughtering of the calf"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
cringeflinchfunkquailrecoilshrinksquinch
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
move
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Make a face indicating disgust or dislike

Example: "She winced when she heard his pompous speech"

Example Sentences

"She winces in pain as the needle pierces her skin."
"He winces at the sound of nails on a chalkboard."
"The wrestler winces as his opponent lands a powerful blow."
"She winces when she sees the spider crawling towards her."
"He winces at the bright flash of the camera."
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Word Game Points

Is WINCES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, winces is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

WINCES has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.

Is WINCES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, winces is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
WINCES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.

Is WINCES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, winces is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
WINCES has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.

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