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Flung The Gauntlet Crossword Clue

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noun

• a challenge to do something dangerous or foolhardy

verb

• take upon oneself; act presumptuously, without permission

• to be courageous enough to try or do something

• challenge

29%10 Protected by gauntlet-like gloves
adjective satellite

• wearing a protective glove

29%8Gauntlet extension
noun

• cannon of plate armor protecting the forearm

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