Pinch Sentence Examples

The pinch was less today, and the pain gone instantly, replaced by heat and warmth.

I have to pinch myself every morning to make sure I'm not dreaming.

He hurriedly took a pinch of snuff.

There was a pinch and numbness as his fangs sank into her neck.

To prevent egg cracking whilst boiling, add a pinch of salt to the water.

The film is a story of drugs, gangs and bloody mayhem with a pinch of black humor thrown in.

However, ISPs are feeling the pinch right now.

My loafs are so perky and cute sometimes I just have to pinch them to make sure they're real.

As it was so close, I began to feed the float line by hand with a regular, generous pinch of maggots.

Drizzle halved tomatoes with olive oil, and sprinkle with basil leaves or a pinch of dried basil.

Vulcan neck pinch sounds painful, but, if it might just work, worth a try...?

A lethargy of well-being, broken only by the pinch of taxation for war-costs, or by outbursts of frantic ferocity and lust in the less calculating tyrants, descended on the population of cities which had boasted of their freedom.

Simon sighed and stooped to straighten the leash a young borzoi had entangled; the count too sighed and, noticing the snuffbox in his hand, opened it and took a pinch.

He sat, sunk deep in a folding armchair, and continually cleared his throat and pulled at the collar of his coat which, though it was unbuttoned, still seemed to pinch his neck.

Sift the flour into a large mixing bowl with a good pinch of salt.

If in a pinch where no highlighter shade can be found, reach for normal facial powder; this will produce a sophisticated look.

Unlike a pinch pleat drapery, the grommet drapes continue the pleat all the way to the top of the drapery hem.

Broad self-adhesive parcel tape will do at a pinch provided you 've got something to stop the joints sliding.

Now, several ' pinch point crossing spaces ' serve to slow traffic by reducing flow to a single lane.

You should take a monitor manufacturer 's specifications in this regard with a pinch of salt.

A pinch of the proper powder pushes this bullet out the muzzle at subsonic velocities, thus permitting silent fire.

Unfortunately the barrel was locked by a pinch bolt closing down a long slit in the metal of the tailstock casting.

Whisk together the red wine vinegar, sugar and a pinch of salt and pepper and then gradually whisk in the olive oil.

The vulcan neck pinch sounds painful, but, if it might just work, worth a try...?

Slowly whisk in 250ml milk to make a thick consistency & season with a pinch of salt.

Beat egg whites with a pinch of salt until stiff, then add to mixture.

If money is tight, you may have to look for creative ways to pinch pennies and, at the same time, try to look for ways to have fun with your child.

Anyone who has had to deal with a hungry, irritable toddler knows the relief that quick finger foods can provide in a pinch.

The shoe should feel natural when you put it on and not pinch your feet at any side or at the toes.

To use aloe, pinch off the tip of a frond and squeeze out the clear liquid.

Due to increasing costs of electricity and gas, your pocket may be feeling a bit of a pinch.

Soon you'll be mastering those exotic dishes with your secret ingredient - just a pinch of saffron.

If you'd like to use a pinch of cinnamon in your food, look for pure cinnamon or purchase cinnamon sticks and grind a pinch into your food so you enjoy it freshly ground.

Since flowering basil plants tend to stop producing foliage, it is important to continually harvest the leaves and pinch any buds that form so the leaves continue to flourish.

Pinch the leaves from the stems and tear the leaves into small pieces.

Adding a pinch to a bread dough will not give it flavor but will make it buttery and rich looking.

On the flip side, wearing makeup in Victorian days was associated with an immoral nature, so women would pinch their cheeks constantly to make them appear red.

If you find yourself in a pinch, then a simple washcloth will do.

A product that I rely on in a pinch needs to be easy to apply in a pinch, too!

Proven to increase lip size up to 20% within the first five minutes, the brush wand is easy to apply in a pinch and is a splurge-worthy product for those seeking a shine plumper.

Try to splurge on these items and pinch when it comes to lipstick, eye shadows and blush.

Not only is this blush sheer, but it can also double as lipstick, so in a pinch, you can use it to color your lips as well.

In a pinch, a scanner can create an image of a small, flat object.

In a pinch, wine glasses will work and make for a great presentation.

Sprinkle a pinch or two of salt over the asparagus as well as a few grinds of fresh pepper.

If you do find yourself in a pinch, however, opt for a flounced skirt with a bit of movement, like the very popular "bubble" skirts.

However, if you are in a pinch, there are a number of ways you can create your own egg substitutes from ingredients found in your own kitchen.

Try some oatmeal with raisins, almond milk, and a pinch of cinnamon.

If you can't find a mat or paddle, plastic wrap and a wooden spoon will work in a pinch.

My shoes were beginning to pinch; my feet hurt already.

If you are looking for classically engraved wedding invitations but need to pinch pennies, consider ordering thermography wedding invitations.

Users pick up a small "pinch," place it between the cheek and gum, and let it sit there.

To tell if someone is either sleeping or in a coma, pinch the person's skin or do something else to try to rouse that person.

Grommet draperies require less material than pinch pleat draperies.

You can select from pinch pleat to grommet.

Watch out for loose pieces that may snag the towels or even pinch and poke someone's skin.

If you're using it to form figurines, flowers, or other small details, break off parts of it and squeeze or pinch them into the shapes you need.

If the overalls pinch her stride or pull her shoulders, they are probably too short.

The black skirt is ideal for both school and more formal occasions-such as church services or a wedding, which makes it extremely versatile and handy in a clothing pinch.

The elastic waistband on the pants provides exceptional comfort and does not pinch or bind sensitive skin.

The prongs on the collar point inward toward the dog's neck, and when the collar or leash is pulled, the prongs "pinch" the dog's throat.

Ticks are little blood sucking pests that can pinch a free meal from you or your pet and leave behind a nasty infection or disease for your tip.

Pinch off small pieces of dough, and roll them into the wheat germ and seed mixture until covered.

Pinch off flowers, unless the flowers are your goal as with chamomile, to keep plants growing all winter.

If you pinch off the blossoms the first year, it will make your second year's harvest much better.

For June-bearing plants, pinch off the flowers until they stop appearing, usually in July.

You can also simply pinch off the blossoms with your fingertips if you like.

Once you're confident that the suit flatters your figure, be sure that the underwire bra does not pinch or irritate your skin in any way.

There are several ways to not only pinch a few pennies when building your plus size wardrobe, but find some great pieces in the process.

White patent leather boots or white cowboy boots work best, but knee high white socks with white tennis shoes or heels will work in a pinch.

If you are in a pinch and the turkey is not completely thawed, the cold-water method is acceptable.

The hinges should open and close smoothly and the glasses should be comfortable and not pinch or scratch.

Keep in mind that you can use a regular clamshell eyeglass or sunglass case to house your clip ons in a pinch.

This is great for individuals who do not have vision coverage on their insurance plan, or for people who want to get glasses in a pinch.

With your finger and thumb, slightly pinch the lens so you can lift it out of your eye.

Slowly pinch the bottom part of the lens, the soft "skirt," together so that the suction is broken.

Some days you may have to pinch more of the material than others, so that you can lift the bottom of the lens up and away from the eye.

Splay the game out on two screens, puff up the single player and sprinkle with a sweet pinch of free online play and you've got a mega hit for the DS.

In a pinch, you could say that the designers put the flesh on the game, and the programmers and artists build the bones - the basic structure that makes it happen.

The ability allows you to create jewelry that can have positive benefits or give you a boost of power in a pinch.

They are designed with the outdoors in mind, and their purpose is strictly for camping, although of course you can use them in your kitchen in a pinch.

It's always good to have a spare or two on hand in a pinch, as well as extra wall chargers, car chargers, and other similar products.

Pinch the floss between the thumbs and index fingers, leaving about 1-2 inches (3-5 cm) length in between.

Pinch the air out of the tip with one hand while placing it on the penis.

The hand should be able to pinch, grip, and perform other normal functions.

If it is not possible to replace the tooth in the socket, the tooth should immediately be placed in milk, saliva, or cool water with a pinch of saline solution (not contact lens solution or plain water).

The first line of treatment is to gently pinch the nostrils together with the thumb and forefinger, while sitting upright and breathing through the mouth, for five to ten minutes.

Mix the yolks with the mayonnaise, Worcestershire sauce, celery salt, minced pickles, parsley, salt, hot sauce, and a pinch of paprika.

When the butter is melted, add the minced mushroom stems and a pinch of salt and pepper.

One day he was asked to make a pair of shoes in a pinch, and he transformed into a shoemaker specializing in pointe shoes.

Take a small section, about a pinch of hair.

Hats and hair accessories are good in a pinch when you need to conceal grey hair.

If a family does this, they'll have some wiggle room all year round and won't feel the pinch at the beginning of each school year when they're buying the latest curriculum and associated supplies.

The website Giving Birth Naturally offers the instruction for women to pinch the area between the thumb and first finger and move the flesh in a circular manner for 30-60 seconds at a time.

Supervise children when assembling this toy so that they do not pinch their fingers or break parts when trying to snap them together.

Most shops will give exact measurements, but you still can't be sure the blouse won't stretch across the bosom or pinch under the arms.

This style can also be worn out at night in a pinch.

Mix the oil with a bit of pure alcohol, or, in a pinch, a thin oil like baby oil if you find the scented oil is too thick to be absorbed by the reeds.

You'll need some dark blue cargo shorts (but khaki shorts will do in a pinch) and a light blue shirt.

Using an old cat or dog mask and painting it green will do in a pinch.

For a spicy kick, you can also add a pinch of red pepper flakes.

Fortunately, accessories solve that problem in a pinch, adding spice to bland ensembles, perking up sedate outfits and generally allowing a touch of your personality to shine through without overwhelming the entire look.

It's so versatile, it will even work during business meetings in a pinch.

You won't have to worry if you need to pull out the sunscreen, baby wipes or lip balm in a pinch.

Lack of Support - Many homeschoolers feel the pinch when their friends and sometimes even family start to question or comment on homeschooling.

She closed her eyes and tilted her head, anticipating the pinch.

The sofa in the office would be fine and you could leave the door to your bedroom open, just a pinch.

She gasped at the sudden pinch as it snapped into place, and her body went limp.

You have to take some of Mayer's remarks with a pinch of salt.

Sometimes he had to pinch himself to make sure he was still alive and this wasn't heaven.

Armstrong, Whitworth & Co., and the battleship " Messudiyeh " (9100 tons displacement) reconstructed by the firm of Ansaldo (Genoa) in 1902, and re-armed by Vickers, Sons & Maxim, formed the only really effective war-ships at the disposal of Turkey in 1910, although a few armoured ships in addition might still serve for coast defence at a pinch, and a few more for training ships.

While inflating the bellows he would leave the suction port open and close the discharge port with a pinch of his finger; and while blowing the air against the fire he would leave the discharge port open and pinch together the sides of the suction port.

Four of us can't manage to combine lifting the thing up with doing up the pinch bolts.

The same is true of Pinch's attempted exorcism.

Which is a roundabout way of saying I'm about to pinch Mark's idea and attempt a pale imitation of it here.

Tony then completed " pinch an inch " 6a and then " inch perfect, inchworm " 6b in sucession completing both easily.

Seductive bright strawberry and redcurrant mouthful, witha pinch of spice.

Apply direct pressure by having the player pinch the nostrils with the fingers.

Drummers are cool Speaking of that, you gotta respect any percussionist who can take the reins when his band is in a pinch.

Others best taken with the proverbial pinch of salt.

Features a floral print with a pinch pleat heading and matching tie backs, all fully lined.

Copy the tape immediately, cleaning heads, capstan and pinch rollers of the tape machine after each copy.

At a pinch I've also used them for sharpening garden secateurs!

You should take a monitor manufacturer's specifications in this regard with a pinch of salt.

The countess reflected a moment and took a pinch from a gold snuffbox with her husband's portrait on it.

He wanted to pinch him, push him, do anything but kiss him--a thing everybody did.

Undo and remove the 12mm pinch bolt at the rearmost part of the swinging arm, on the left hand side of the bike.

Then re-lay the turf, press it into place and pinch the cut edges together.

At a pinch I 've also used them for sharpening garden secateurs !

Avoid tight clothes or shoes that will pinch.

These slight variations apply to all kinds of picking techniques (pinch harmonics, pick slides, flat picking, etc.) so it's almost like playing an entirely new guitar when you first try a titanium guitar pick.

To stretch your strings, simply pinch them one at a time and lift them away from the guitar about an inch or two.

Your local plumbing supply store and home improvement outlet both have customer service support that can help you in a pinch, so don't soldier through on your own if you can get a quick answer from someone with experience.

Growing organic tomatoes is a rewarding hobby that can ease the pinch on your grocery budget.

To encourage new growth, pinch the center leaves of new plants once they have their second or third set of leaves.This will cause the plants to form additional branches.

Button fly styles do not pinch your skin and they are more likely to stay securely in place.

With this simplicity comes the ease of use and cleaning, along with no extra parts to distract, pinch or irritate kids.

Can she grasp concepts like "only feed the fish a pinch of food?"

A pinch like that is not something you will ever forget after the fact.

Instead of using an air freshener, put a small pot of water on the stove and add a pinch of cinnamon or pie spice.

The faster you pay off something, the better off you are-even if you have to pinch pennies for a while.

Fit is everything when it comes to buying baby kids shoes, and it's important to make sure that your baby's new shoes won't pinch or chafe.

Have your daughter try on both shoes in each pair, then walk around to see if they pinch anywhere.

Any areas which rub or pinch will feel much worse after a long game of golf.

Check them out if you're looking to pinch pennies but can't resist the urge to splurge just a little.

The fit should be snug but not painful; it should never push your toes over one another or pinch at any point.

The last thing anyone wants to do is spend over $100 for a pair of shoes, only to find that they pinch or feel uncomfortable.

Tennis shoes should fit snug, but not feel tight or pinch.

Make sure the shoes do not pinch or bind by purchasing them weeks before the wedding.

Saving $10 isn't worth it when your prom shoes pinch your toes, give you blisters, or make it feel as if your arch will collapse at any moment.

The piercing's initial sensation has been described as anything from nearly painless to a sharp pinch or bee sting.

Put your watch on and pinch the loose part of the band between your fingers until it fits.

In addition, it's important to look for any other dangers that exist in the form of moving or sharp components and pinch points.

Disinfecting gel can work in a pinch for cleaning your hands, but if you are uncertain of a business' cleaning procedures, it's better to practice safe techniques.

If you are in a pinch and don't have soda or peroxide around your house, you can squirt some window cleaner onto the fabric.

It's a great holiday for kids and adults alike because it is a lot of fun to wear green (and pinch those who aren't wearing green!), learn about the history of the holiday and hunt for four-leaf clovers.

Pinch the shirt up and fasten it with a rubber band.

Eating Lean Cuisine occasionally when you are in a time pinch probably won't hurt you, but eating it all the time isn't going to have you glowing with the vigor of good health.

Dried fruits are okay in a pinch, but tend to be full of concentrated sugars.

Your shoulder blades should pinch together as you lift and relax when you lower the dumbbells.

In order to learn and practice the nasal sound, pinch the nose together with thumb and forefinger and pronounce the word.

You also want to be sure the leather is of a good enough quality that it will fit snugly but not pinch, creating unflattering bulges.

Also, there's the fact that they're widely carried, so you won't have to do a special order in a last minute pinch.

Keep in mind that you can always get a larger, average size women's robe in a pinch and then wear it as a three-quarter length robe.

Unless you're in a pinch, always skip drying your lingerie in the dryer.

Paralyzing an opponent with a Vulcan nerve pinch is only one physical trick in his arsenal.

Try very hard not to touch, squeeze, or pinch a cold sore.

Orders are shipped within 24 hours, so if you need your scrubs in a pinch, you can have them quickly.

It's not as good as trying on the real thing and checking the mirror, but in a pinch, it'll suffice.

I know they have worked for me in a pinch.

A small pinch of quinine powder or a touch of tonic water (no more than an eighth of a tablespoon) will do the trick if Blanc is the Lillet of your choice.

In a pinch, you can skimp on the other ingredients, but don't leave Chambord out of your drink.

In a pinch, you can use strawberry syrup, although the flavor of your drink will not be as natural.

The same can be said for lime juice; squeezing a fresh lime rather than relying on a mixture, such as Rose's Lime Juice, is preferable, but packaged goods are an option when you're in a pinch.

It works best with a fresh honeydew, but you can also use a quarter ounce of Midori in a pinch.

Place the cracker crumbs into a pie plate or shallow dish and, if desired, mix in a pinch of sugar.

Dining room tables can pinch hit as desks, sewing stations, craft tables, and makeshift organizers.

Indeed, for most recipes and concoctions, a pinch is all that's needed.

As a rule, for a meal serving four to six people, a pinch of saffron should be enough.

The balance between its honey and bitter tastes is contained in a single pinch.

Turn the clay and pinch the sides with the thumb and fingers to shape the pot from the bottom up.

The pinch came, followed by the strange sensations of energy flying within her.

Generally, people describe saffron as a mixture of sweet and bitter, and when it comes to this herb, a pinch goes a long way.