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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

quailing

/kwɔɪlɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does quailing mean?

verb

To feel or show fear or anxiety, often in a way that is considered excessive or irrational. To become weak or falter, often due to fear or anxiety.

Example

"As the storm approached, the hikers began to quail at the thought of crossing the exposed mountain pass."

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