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adjective • lacking self-confidence noun • a quick throw adjective satellite • short • wary and distrustful; disposed to avoid persons or things verb • start suddenly, as from fright • throw quickly | ||||
| 30% | 11 | Person who recoils at the sight or mention of felines | ||
noun • A person with an irrational fear or hatred of felines. | ||||
| 30% | 8 | Recoils from a commitment | ||
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Recoils Suddenly
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SHIES which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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Updated: June 10, 2025
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