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Rank | Letters | Answer | Clue | |
1 | 99% | 6 | Exact Match! | |
2 | 26% | 9 | Expression of discomfort or embarrassment | |
3 | 26% | 6 | Expression of mild surprise or embarrassment | |
American Expression Of Embarrassment Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "SHUCKS" which means:
- noun
- • Something of little value
- • An expression of disappointment or irritation verb
- • To remove the shuck from (walnuts, oysters, etc.).
- • To remove (any outer covering).
- • To fool; to hoax. interjection
- • Exclamatory response to a minor disappointment.
- • (possibly vulgar) a bashful expression of thanks.
An example sentence would be:
- • "He spilled coffee on his shirt and muttered, 'aw, shucks!'"
- • "She said, 'oh, shucks, i can't believe i made that mistake.'"
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The Guardian Quick24 Dec 2002 | Across 4 | |
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