What does the cryptic crossword clue "Withdrawn sort given toil, upset, faced with therapist (9,6)" mean?

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What is the answer to "Withdrawn sort given toil, upset, faced with therapist (9,6)"?

The answer is SHRINKING VIOLET.

Withdrawn sort given toil, upset, faced with therapist (9,6)

Times Cryptic #29390 | 23 Across | 2025-11-18 flower

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