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1 | 99% | 10 | Exact Match! | |
2 | 55% | 7 | Vintage song that asks 'Why, why, why Delilah?' | |
3 | 37% | 7 | Known for his quote 'Others have seen what is and asked why. I have seen what could be and asked why not.' | |
Why Was I Shy Awkward And Irresolute Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "WISHY-WASHY" which means:
- adjective
- • Lacking courage or vitality
An example sentence would be:
- • "She gave a wishy-washy response to his question."
- • "The politician's wishy-washy stance on the issue disappointed voters."
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