Visible indentation between the cat's muzzle and cheeks ("hollow" cheeks), especially breeds with long faces Usually undesired Also called "whiskerbreak"
An awkward situation of some kind (especially money or social) which is difficult to escape
If you say that something is possible at a pinch, or in American English if you say that something is possible in a pinch, you mean that it would be possible if it was necessary, but it might not be very comfortable or convenient. Six people, and more at a pinch, could be seated comfortably at the table
Defensemen usually hang out at their team's blue line A "pinching" team sends its defensemen past the red, or center, line, to put pressure on the opponent's defense A team thwarting a scoring chance can put the pinch on its opponent by "pinching" its forwards into the boards
A lever having a projection at one end, acting as a fulcrum, used chiefly to roll heavy wheels, etc