Embarrassing backfires Crossword Clue

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Embarrassing backfires Crossword Answer

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Hint 1: Clue Definition

EMBARRASSING (adjective)
1. causing to feel shame or chagrin or vexation
2. hard to deal with; especially causing pain or embarrassment

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