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wringing

/ˈrɪŋɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does wringing mean?

verb

The act of twisting or turning something in order to extract liquid from it, or to express strong emotion, especially sadness or anxiety. The act of twisting or turning something in order to extract liquid from it.

Example

"She was wringing her hands in distress as she watched the news."

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