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CARD 4 OF 5

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Cowardly or disloyal, especially in abandoning a duty.

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recreant

The old tale describes a recreant guard who deserts his post.
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A recreant messenger deserted a promised delivery because he feared criticism at the destination, leaving companions dependent on news that never arrived.
From Changing Allegiances.
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