Cringe

Cringe is an internet slang term that describes something embarrassing, awkward, or uncomfortable to watch or experience. It is used to express a feeling of second-hand embarrassment or a reaction to something that makes you cringe internally.

Examples:
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List of things that make me cringe:

• When someone tells a really bad joke and no one laughs.
• Watching a video of someone singing poorly.

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A conversation full of cringeworthy moments:

• Person A: “Hey, did you hear about my amazing date last night?”
• Person B: “OMG, tell me more!”
• Person A: “Well, we went to a fancy restaurant, and the waiter spilled wine all over my date’s dress.”
• Person B: “Ouch, what did your date do?”
• Person A: “She started crying and told the waiter he ruined her favorite dress.”
• Person B: “Wow, that sounds really cringe.”