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noun • a state of extreme poverty • the quality of needing attention and affection and reassurance to a marked degree | ||||
| 32% | 9 | Self-confidence or self-assurance | ||
noun • freedom from doubt; belief in yourself and your abilities • a binding commitment to do or give or refrain from something • a statement intended to inspire confidence • a British term for some kinds of insurance | ||||
| 32% | 9 | Lacking in self-esteem or self-assurance | ||
adjective • lacking self-confidence adjective satellite • showing modest reserve | ||||
English Scoff Entertained By Heads Lack Of Self Assurance
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NEEDINESS which was last seen in the Telegraph Cryptic crossword.
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NEEDINESS
Updated: September 1, 2025
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