More submissive Crossword Clue
6 letters · New York Times · Thursday, June 23, 2022 · 11-Down
Appeared in 2 New York Times Crosswords between April 1996 and June 2022.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · June 23, 2022 · 11-Down · 6 letters
MEEKER0 of 6 letters revealed
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evidencing little spirit or courage; overly submissive or compliant; "compliant and anxious to suit his opinions of those of others"; "a fine fiery blast against meek conformity"- Orville Prescott; "she looked meek but had the heart of a lion"; "was submissive and subservient"
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