Shrink in fear crossword clue

Answer
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CRINGE

CRINGE — the 6-letter solution to “Shrink in fear”, entered at 38 Across in the Thomas Joseph crossword for August 08, 2026.

About this clue

“Shrink in fear” appeared as 38 Across in the Thomas Joseph crossword on August 08, 2026, and the answer is 6 letters long. This is the only Thomas Joseph puzzle we have tracked it in so far.

Letters
6
Position
38 Across
Times seen
1

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Frequently asked questions

What is the answer to “Shrink in fear”?

In the Thomas Joseph crossword for Saturday, August 8, 2026, the answer to “Shrink in fear” is CRINGE — 6 letters, entered at 38 Across.

Could the answer be different in my puzzle?

The same clue text can take different answers depending on the grid. Every time we have seen “Shrink in fear” in the Thomas Joseph crossword the answer has been CRINGE, but always check the letter count against your grid.

How many letters is the answer?

The answer has 6 letters and starts with C.

Is this the official Thomas Joseph site?

No. This is an independent solver’s reference. The Thomas Joseph crossword is published by King Features Syndicate.