Behave Shiftily And Selfishly Not This Self Effacing Character Crossword Clue

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Updated: October 14, 2023

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	noun • relatively large rodents with sharp erectile bristles mingled with the fur • small nocturnal Old World mammal covered with both hair and protective spines
	46%	6		Shiftily
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	37%	4		Self-effacing
	adjective satellite • humble in spirit or manner; suggesting retiring mildness or even cowed submissiveness • very docile • evidencing little spirit or courage; overly submissive or compliant

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The Guardian Cryptic29 Nov 2013	Down 16
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