verb (rarely used as a noun) as in strong fondness

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shrink, recoil, startle

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Example Sentences

Example:He shrinketh from the opportunity to go to the party.

Definition:To draw back or recoil.

From shrink

Example:She recoileth from the painful memory.

Definition:To draw back with a sudden movement.

From recoil

Example:The gunshot startleth many of the guests.

Definition:To shock or frighten suddenly.

From startle