Shy, in a flirtatious way Crossword Clue

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Shy, in a flirtatious way Crossword Answer

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(adjective)
1. affectedly modest or shy especially in a playful or provocative way
2. modestly or warily rejecting approaches or overtures

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

FLIRTATIOUS (adjective)
1. like a coquette
SHY (adjective)
1. lacking self-confidence
2. short
SHY (noun)
1. a quick throw
SHY (verb)
1. start suddenly, as from fright
2. throw quickly

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