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Take Someone Aback Crossword Clue

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We've checked our database and believe the answer is STARTLE which was last seen in the The Guardian Quick crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is: STARTLE

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199%7Exact Match!
239%9 Surprise or shock someone with unexpected news or behavior
332%7Take aback

About This Clues Answer

We think the answer is "STARTLE" which means:

    noun
  • • A sudden involuntary movement
  • verb
  • • To stimulate to action
  • • Move or jump suddenly, as if in surprise or alarm

An example sentence would be:

  • • "The loud noise startled me."
  • • "The sudden movement startled the cat."

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The Guardian Quick30 Jun 2008 Down 3
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