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squinting

SKWIHN-tihng

Squinting (noun) means the act of narrowing the eyes. Example: “Squinting at screens all day can give you headaches.”

noun
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The act of narrowing the eyes.
"Squinting at screens all day can give you headaches."

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squintings plural

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What does “squinting” mean?

The word “squinting” means the act of narrowing the eyes.

How do you pronounce “squinting”?

“Squinting” is pronounced SKWIHN-tihng (/ˈskwɪntɪŋ/ in IPA).

How do you use “squinting” in a sentence?

Here is “squinting” used in a sentence: “Squinting at screens all day can give you headaches.”

What part of speech is “squinting”?

“Squinting” is a noun.

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