Meaning Of The Word Flinch

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Flinch Meaning

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What's The Definition Of Flinch?

flinch
If you flinch, you make a small sudden movement, especially when something surprises you or hurts you.

flinch in American English
an act of flinching
to draw back, as from a blow, difficulty, etc.

flinch in American English 1
intransitive verb: to draw back or shrink, as from what is dangerous, difficult, or unpleasant
noun: an act of flinching
transitive verb: to draw back or withdraw from

flinch in American English 2
transitive verb

flinch in British English 1
to draw back suddenly, as from pain, shock, etc; wince
noun: the act or an instance of drawing back

flinch in British English 2
verb

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