Cryptic crossword clue
Long journey cut short by maiden with large jewellery – a sign of fear? 9

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 9 letter word TREMBLING

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What does TREMBLING mean?

TREMBLING verb
  1. To shake, quiver, or vibrate.
  2. To fear; to be afraid.
TREMBLING noun
  1. A tremble

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