Cringe-y
adj
adj ·Rare ·Advanced level
Definitions
Adjective
- 1 Alternative form of cringy. alt-of, alternative
"Music is such a formative part of your teenage identity, so the top hits from your middle school days are definitely going to take you back. Remember your awkward dances at homecoming? Blasting this one in your mom’s minivan? Grab your friends and relive the fun (and cringe-y) moments."
Example
More examples"Music is such a formative part of your teenage identity, so the top hits from your middle school days are definitely going to take you back. Remember your awkward dances at homecoming? Blasting this one in your mom’s minivan? Grab your friends and relive the fun (and cringe-y) moments."
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