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His half-century in the first innings was skittish, but valuable.

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But the market still seems to be turning skittish, with volatility creeping back up and stocks faltering in the home stretch of the year.

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But Nutsawoo had been unusually skittish of late, and came by the nursery rarely.

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“Hmm. I’ll need my Always Waterproof Fashion Ostrich Leash. And my Savory Pickled Ostrich Treats; those will help lure her, if she’s feeling skittish.”

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Even if some consumers are feeling skittish about Thanksgiving, experts are quick to point out there are always ways to economize for the holiday.

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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