11-Letter Words with C,E,I,K,L,S,T,_

• small (2-4 inches) pugnacious mostly scaleless spiny-backed fishes of northern fresh and littoral waters having elaborate courtship; subjects of much research

• with scepticism; in a sceptical manner

• a bow used in playing the violin

• To maintain individual possession of the puck or ball by controlling it with movements of one's stick, especially to do so in a skillful manner.

• (by extension) To deal capably and swiftly with a situation, especially in a manner which deflects potential problems.

• a holder with sockets for candles

• a list of people who are out of favor

• put on a blacklist so as to banish or cause to be boycotted

• A fawning toady; a base sycophant.

• (by extension) The practice of giving empty flattery for personal gain.

• To play the toady; take the role of a lickspittle to please (someone).