Shrink in fear Crossword Clue

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Shrink in fear Crossword Answer

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RECOIL

(6 letters)

CRINGE

(6 letters)

Helpful Hints

(verb)
1. show submission or fear
2. crouch or curl up

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

SHRINK (verb)
1. become smaller or draw together
2. decrease in size, range, or extent
SHRINK (noun)
1. a physician who specializes in psychiatry
FEAR (verb)
1. regard with feelings of respect and reverence; consider hallowed or exalted or be in awe of
2. be afraid or scared of; be frightened of
FEAR (noun)
1. an anxious feeling
2. a feeling of profound respect for someone or something

Hint 3: Other Answers Used in the Past

RECOIL
(6 letters)
CRINGE
(6 letters)

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