Recoil Crossword Clue

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SHIRK

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Helpful Hints

(verb)
1. draw back, as with fear or pain
2. make a face indicating disgust or dislike
(noun)
1. a reflex response to sudden pain
2. the facial expression of sudden pain

Hint 2: Clue Definition

RECOIL (noun)
1. a movement back from an impact
2. the backward jerk of a gun when it is fired
RECOIL (verb)
1. spring back; spring away from an impact
2. spring back, as from a forceful thrust

Hint 3: Other Answers Used in the Past

SHIRK
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