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Show No Modesty Crossword Clue

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noun

• speaking of yourself in superlatives

verb

• show off

• wear or display in an ostentatious or proud manner

30%11 With an unconvincing show of modesty
adverb

• with a lack of courage and determination

29%7 It's coarse to be nosy without a show of modesty
noun

• excessive or affected modesty

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