Definitions
avoid dealing with
Word origin
First use appears c. 1633, in the publications of Shackerley Marmion, apparently from association with shark (verb), or otherwise directly from German Schurke (“rogue, knave”).
Used in a sentence
“the usual makeshift by which they try to shirk difficulties”
“If you have a job, don't shirk from it by staying off work.”
“September 7, 1830, Lord Byron, letter to Mr. Murray One of the cities shirked from the league.”
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Used as a crossword answer1 curated clues
01“Avoid duty”5 letters
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