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The Clue
More bashful (5 letter answer)
The Answer
COYER
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Notes
The answer COYER is rarely seen, appearing only about once every 2400 puzzles.
Related Clues
More coquettish
More flirty
Less open and forthright
Definition
COY as an adjective:
1. (coy, demure, overmodest) = affectedly modest or shy especially in a playful or provocative way
2. showing marked and often playful or irritating evasiveness or reluctance to make a definite or committing statement; "a politician coy about his intentions"
3. modestly or warily rejecting approaches or overtures; "like a wild young colt, very inquisitive but very coy and not to be easily cajoled"