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The answer STARTLE has 163 possible clue(s) in existing crosswords.
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Definitions of startle in various dictionaries:
noun - a sudden involuntary movement
verb - to stimulate to action
verb - move or jump suddenly, as if in surprise or alarm
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| Possible Crossword Clues |
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| Shock |
| Scare suddenly |
| Shake up |
| Catch off guard |
| Make the hair stand on end |
| Say "Boo!" to, say |
| Spook |
| Give a turn |
| Surprise with a "Boo!" |
| Give a fright |
| Startle description |
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| In animals, including humans, the startle response is a largely unconscious defensive response to sudden or threatening stimuli, such as sudden noise or sharp movement, and is associated with negative affect. Usually the onset of the startle response is a startle reflex reaction. The startle reflex is a brainstem reflectory reaction (reflex) that serves to protect vulnerable parts, such as the back of the neck (whole-body startle) and the eyes (eyeblink) and facilitates escape from sudden stimuli. It is found across the lifespan of many species. An individual's emotional state may lead to a variety of responses. The startle response is implicated in the formation of specific phobias. |