Cower
Cower verb - To draw back or crouch down in fearful submission.
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Synonyms for Cower
Shrink back and cower are semantically related In some cases you can use "Shrink back" instead a verb "Cower".
Nearby Word: cowering
Shrink back
Shrink back verb - Pull away from a source of disgust or fear.
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Synonyms for Shrink back
Cower and shrink back are semantically related in recoil topic. You can use "Cower" instead a verb "Shrink back".
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