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cringe away from

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cringe away from someone or something and cringe from someone or something
to pull back or away from someone or something, as from fear. The child cringed away from the teacher. Why did you cringe away from the dentist's chair? The cat cringed from the fire. The child cringed from the huge dog.
See also: away, cringe


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They tend to be spooky, and will cringe away from aggressors.
Some individuals, especially those with chronic health issues, almost cringe away from our touch, as we are merely "doing things"
 
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