Behave Shiftily And Selfishly Not This Self Effacing Character

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Updated: October 14, 2023

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noun • relatively large rodents with sharp erectile bristles mingled with the fur • small nocturnal Old World mammal covered with both hair and protective spines
	47%	6		Shiftily
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	36%	6		Self-effacing
adjective • marked by simplicity; having a humble opinion of yourself • not offensive to sexual mores in conduct or appearance adjective satellite • not large but sufficient in size or amount • free from pomp or affectation • low or inferior in station or quality • humble in spirit or manner; suggesting retiring mildness or even cowed submissiveness • relatively moderate, limited, or small

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The Guardian Cryptic29 Nov 2013	Down 16
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