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Pluck Crossword Clue

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We've checked our database and believe the answer is METTLE which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is: METTLE

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197%6Exact Match!
223%8Pluck or grit
323%6 To pluck out

About This Clues Answer

We think the answer is "METTLE" which means:

    noun
  • • The courage to carry on

An example sentence would be:

  • • "She showed great mettle in the face of adversity."
  • • "The challenge will test her mettle and determination."

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New York Times17 Jul 2005 Down 102
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