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Recoiled Crossword Clue

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We've checked our database and believe the answer is SHIED which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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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

96%8DREWAWAYExact Match!
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90%6 React with embarrassment or disgust
noun

• some event or object that causes embarrassment and shame

• A posture or gesture of shrinking or recoiling.

verb

• draw back, as with fear or pain

• show submission or fear

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New York Times14 Feb 2007 Across 18
New York Times14 Oct 1999 Down 38 DREWAWAY
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