Causes Increasing Irritation Crossword Clue

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

Updated: October 11, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood

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1	99%	7		Exact Match!
2	38%	6		Become an increasing source of irritation
3	31%	6		Plant that causes skin irritation on contact

About This Clues Answer

We think the answer is "FESTERS" which means:

noun

• A sore that has become inflamed and formed pus

verb

• Ripen and generate pus

An example sentence would be:

• "The wound festers if not properly cleaned."
• "The cut on his arm festers without proper treatment."

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New York Times20 Mar 2004	Across 66
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