To make a sudden, involuntary movement in response to a (usually negative) stimulus; to cringe.
To dodge (a question), to avoid an unpleasant task or duty
To let the foot slip from a ball, when attempting to give a tight croquet.
The slipping of the foot from a ball, when attempting to give a tight croquet.
A reflexive jerking away.
To shake, quiver, or vibrate.
To fear; to be afraid.
A shake, quiver, or vibration.