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flinching

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Noun — A sudden, involuntary jerk of the body away from something.

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What does “flinching” mean?

The word “flinching” means a sudden, involuntary jerk of the body away from something. In plain terms, the -ing form of flinch, describing the reflexive movement itself.

How do you use “flinching” in a sentence?

Here is “flinching” used in a sentence: “His flinching gave away how nervous he really was.”

What part of speech is “flinching”?

“Flinching” is a noun.

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