1. To feel disgust or embarrassment and often to show this feeling by moving one's face or body away from the source that causes it: Many English teachers cringe when their students use the word "ain't" in class.
2. To make a sudden movement from fear of being hit or hurt: Sharon's dog cringed from the noise of the fireworks celebrating the new year. © ALL rights are reserved.

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