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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

milquetoast

/mɪlˈkwiːtoʊst/ noun · British & US
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What does milquetoast mean?

noun

A person who is timid, weak, or ineffectual; a person who is easily intimidated or dominated by others.

Example

"He was often referred to as a milquetoast by his coworkers, who thought him too soft to make tough decisions."

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