Blench (Verb)
Meaning
Turn pale, as if in fear.
Classification
Verbs of grooming, dressing and bodily care.
Examples
- At the sight of the large snake, she didn't blench, but instead carefully took a step back.
- The brave warrior did not blench in the face of danger, but stood his ground.
- Hearing the terrible news made Emily's face blench, and she collapsed onto the couch.
- As the patient revealed the gruesome details of the accident, the nurse didn't blench, showing her years of professional experience.
- The sight of the blood-soaked room made even the seasoned detective blench, taking a moment to gather his composure.