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Timid, frightened (6)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

afraid

I believe this clue is a double definition.

'timid' is the first definition.
(associated in meaning)

'frightened' is the second definition.
(similar in meaning)

(Other definitions for afraid that I've seen before include "Filled with apprehension" , "Regretfully" , "wind up" , "cowardly" , "Scared - politely regretful" .)

I've seen this clue in The Times.
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