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Balks Crossword Clue

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adjective

• lacking self-confidence

noun

• a quick throw

adjective satellite

• short

• wary and distrustful; disposed to avoid persons or things

verb

• start suddenly, as from fright

• throw quickly

90%7 Is indecisive
noun

• an excited state of agitation

verb

• act nervously; be undecided; be uncertain

• make a fuss; be agitated

90%6 Escapes
verb

• escape, either physically or mentally

• be incomprehensible to; escape understanding by

• avoid or try to avoid fulfilling, answering, or performing (duties, questions, or issues)

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New York Times23 Feb 1995 Down 26
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