Dire expression when first hint of fear is expressed? Crossword Clue

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RankAnswerLengthSourceDate
98% GRIMACE Dire expression when first hint of fear is expressed? (7) The Telegraph Toughie Dec 22, 2015
7% EEK Expression when frightened (3) The Telegraph Cross Atlantic Feb 10, 2026
6% AHA Expression of surprise (3) The Telegraph Cross Atlantic Apr 22, 2026
6% SCOWL Dark expression (5) LA Times Daily Apr 20, 2026
6% IWANTTO Expression of desire (7) LA Times Daily Apr 15, 2026
6% DISSENT Express opposition (7) The Times Concise Apr 15, 2026
6% TRALA Expression of joy (5) The Telegraph Cross Atlantic Apr 9, 2026
6% TSKTSKS Expresses disapproval (7) Commuter Apr 8, 2026
6% REPENT Express regret (6) Commuter Apr 6, 2026
6% MEH "Not impressed" expression (3)

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