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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

cringe

/krɪndʒ/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does cringe mean?

noun, verb

A feeling of discomfort or embarrassment, often caused by something considered to be awkward, embarrassing, or tasteless. To cause someone to feel this way.

Example

"The awkward dance move made me cringe, and I couldn't help but laugh."

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