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Cause Of A Sore Spot Crossword Clue

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noun

• something that causes irritation and annoyance

• a small sharp-pointed tip resembling a spike on a stem or leaf

• a Germanic character of runic origin

26%10A sore spot
noun

• an unpleasant person who is annoying or exasperating

26%5Sore spot on the throat
noun

• an inflammatory swelling or sore

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