Duck or wince Crossword Clue

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Duck or wince Crossword Answer

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(verb)
1. show a response or a reaction to something
2. act against or in opposition to

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

WINCE (verb)
1. draw back, as with fear or pain
2. make a face indicating disgust or dislike
WINCE (noun)
1. a reflex response to sudden pain
2. the facial expression of sudden pain
DUCK (verb)
1. avoid or try to avoid fulfilling, answering, or performing (duties, questions, or issues)
2. dip into a liquid
DUCK (noun)
1. (cricket) a score of nothing by a batsman
2. a heavy cotton fabric of plain weave; used for clothing and tents

Hint 3: Anagram

Unscramble the letters below to solve for today's answer.
CARET

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