winced

[/wɪnst/]

verb

encolheu-se, fez uma careta

1. past tense of wince: to make a slight involuntary movement of the face or body in response to pain or distress

She winced when the doctor gave her the injection.

Ela encolheu-se quando o médico lhe deu a injeção.

2. to show visible discomfort or disapproval

He winced at the harsh criticism.

Ele fez uma careta com a crítica severa.

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Regional Variations

General Brazilian

encolheu-se, fez uma careta

most common usage

São Paulo

contorceu-se, fez uma cara de dor

alternative usage

Portugal

contraiu-se, fez uma careta

standard European Portuguese

winced in pain

winced at the thought

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