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2 | 38% | 9 | March a handcuffed individual by forcible gripping of their arms | |
3 | 34% | 4 | Word for a tree originally, hence its survival in names of arbors including the “horn” and “white” species; or, a transverse timber of a ship, hence the greatest width of said vessel | |
A Forcible Tug Or Twist Hence A Spanner For Gripping And Turning Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "WRENCH" which means:
- noun
- • A sharp strain on muscles or ligaments
- • A jerky pulling movement
- • A hand tool that is used to hold or twist a nut or bolt verb
- • Twist or pull violently or suddenly, especially so as to remove (something) from that to which it is attached or from where it originates
- • Make a sudden twisting motion
- • Twist and compress, as if in pain or anguish
- • Twist suddenly so as to sprain
An example sentence would be:
- • "He used a wrench to tighten the bolts."
- • "The plumber used a pipe wrench to fix the leak."
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Similar Clues
Clue | Source | |
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1 | Also known as a ring spanner | |
2 | Forcible
New York Times -
24 Feb 1978 | New York Times / 24 Feb 1978 |
3 | Forcible restraint
New York Times -
31 May 1981 | New York Times / 31 May 1981 |
4 | March a handcuffed individual by forcible gripping of their arms | |
5 | Person admitting failing, hence turning round
The Guardian Cryptic -
22 Nov 2011 | The Guardian Cryptic / 22 Nov 2011 |
6 | Violent twist - (adjustable) spanner
The Guardian Quick -
16 Aug 2007 | The Guardian Quick / 16 Aug 2007 |
7 | Word for a tree originally, hence its survival in names of arbors including the “horn” and “white” species; or, a transverse timber of a ship, hence the greatest width of said vessel
Telegraph Giant General Knowledge -
29 Jul 2023 | Telegraph Giant General Knowledge / 29 Jul 2023 |