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Give Impetus To 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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99%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

36%4Give impetus to a crime
verb

• assist or encourage, usually in some wrongdoing

30%4Give impetus to (4)
noun

• an instinctive motive

• a strong restless desire

verb

• force or impel in an indicated direction

• push for something

• spur on or encourage especially by cheers and shouts

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New York Times14 Oct 1980 Across 47
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