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Vocabulary Entry
pinched
|verb • adjective
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verb
To squeeze or compress something tightly between two surfaces.
Example Sentences
"She pinched the dough to make the edges of the pie crust."
"He accidentally pinched his finger in the door."
"The child pinched his nose to avoid the bad smell."
A
adjective
Tight or constricted, often referring to a feeling of discomfort.
Example Sentences
"She felt a pinched nerve in her neck."
"His wallet was so pinched that it barely held any cash."
"I gave her a pinched smile, trying to hide my unease."