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Gaff Crossword Clue

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We've checked our database and believe the answer is SPUR which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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97%4Exact Match!
noun

• a verbalization that encourages you to attempt something

• any sharply pointed projection

• tubular extension at the base of the corolla in some flowers

• a sharp prod fixed to a rider's heel and used to urge a horse onward

• a railway line connected to a trunk line

verb

• incite or stimulate

• give heart or courage to

• strike with a spur

• goad with spurs

• equip with spurs

96%4Exact Match!
noun

• any of various nonmetallic minerals (calcite or feldspar) that are light in color and transparent or translucent and cleavable

• a stout rounded pole of wood or metal used to support rigging

• making the motions of attack and defense with the fists and arms; a part of training for a boxer

verb

• furnish with spars

• fight with spurs

• box lightly

• fight verbally

90%7 Embarrassing mistake on live television
noun

• an embarrassing mistake

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Source #Number Answer
New York Times03 Feb 1989 Across 32
New York Times18 Jul 1986 Down 38
New York Times17 Mar 1985 Across 115
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