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squirm

Pronunciación: [skwɜrm]

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Contexto: «movement»

(verb) to move in a twisting or wiggling way, often because you are uncomfortable. When someone squirm, they might be trying to get away or are feeling uneasy in a situation.

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The worm squirmed happily in the soil.

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She didn't squirm at all when she heard the scary story.

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Why do you sometimes squirm in your seat during class?

Contexto: «emotion»

(verb) to feel very uncomfortable or embarrassed, making you want to move around a lot. Like when someone tells an awkward joke and you feel the need to change the topic.

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He squirmed in his chair when the teacher called on him.

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She felt confident and did not squirm when presenting her project.

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Has there ever been a moment that made you squirm?

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