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Shells Expressing Disappointment Crossword Clue
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We've checked our database and believe the answer is
SHUCKS which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
SHUCKS
Updated: October 14, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
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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Clue Last Found In...
| Source | #Number | Answer |
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| The Guardian Cryptic08 Dec 2005 | Down 7 | |
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