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wring in Dutch

wring in Dutch is afpersen, uitwringen, wringen — wring means to twist and squeeze something, especially wet fabric, to force liquid out of it.

wring in Dutch

afpersen
verb
To obtain (something) from or out of a person or thing by extortion or other force.
uitwringen
verb
Often followed by out: to squeeze or twist (something moist) tightly so that liquid is forced out.
wringen
verb
(archaic, or, Britain, dialectal, also, figuratively) To cause (someone or something) physical harm, injury, or pain; specifically, by applying pressure or by twisting; to harm, to hurt, to injure.

What does "wring" mean?

  1. verb To twist and squeeze something, especially wet fabric, to force liquid out of it.
    "She wrung out the wet towel over the sink."
  2. verb To twist and clasp the hands together from distress or anxiety.
    "He wrung his hands nervously while waiting for the results."
  3. verb To obtain something with difficulty or by applying pressure, such as forcing out a confession.
    "The journalist finally wrung a confession out of the suspect."

wring in a sentence

  • She wrung out the wet towel over the sink.
  • He wrung his hands nervously while waiting for the results.
  • The journalist finally wrung a confession out of the suspect.

Common Dutch translations

Frequently asked questions

What is "wring" in Dutch?

"wring" in Dutch is afpersen, uitwringen, wringen. wring means: To twist and squeeze something, especially wet fabric, to force liquid out of it.

How do you use "wring" in a sentence?

Example: "She wrung out the wet towel over the sink." In Dutch, "wring" is afpersen, uitwringen, wringen.

Are there other ways to say "wring" in Dutch?

Yes — Dutch has 3 translations listed for "wring": afpersen, uitwringen, wringen.

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