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Vocabulary Entry
pinch
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A tight grasp or squeeze, especially with fingers.
Example Sentences
"She gave her sister a pinch on the arm to get her attention."
"He felt a slight pinch when the needle went in."
"With a pinch of salt, the dish was perfectly seasoned."
V
verb
To grasp tightly with a finger and thumb or to squeeze.
Example Sentences
"He decided to pinch the dough to shape the pastry."
"She didn't want to pinch her younger brother too hard."
"I accidentally pinched my finger in the door."