React to an awkward moment, say (6)

I believe the answer is:

cringe

(Other definitions for cringe that I've seen before include "Cower in embarrassment or fear" , "Shrink in fear, embarrassment, or servility" , "Wince" , "Crouch" , "Shrink away in fear" .)

I've seen this clue in the LA Times.

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