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noun • (boxing) the act of one boxer holding onto the other to avoid being hit and to rest momentarily • a small slip noose made with seizing • the flattened part of a nail or bolt or rivet • a device (generally used by carpenters) that holds things firmly together • a tight or amorous embrace verb • secure or fasten by flattening the ends of nails or bolts • hold a boxing opponent with one or both arms so as to prevent punches • hold in a tight grasp • embrace amorously • flatten the ends (of nails and rivets) • settle conclusively | ||||||||
| 26% | 6 | Grapple with — ship's running rigging | ||||||
noun • the person who plays offensive or defensive tackle on a football team • gear consisting of ropes etc. supporting a ship's masts and sails • gear used in fishing • (American football) a position on the line of scrimmage, typically opposite one of the offensive guards • (American football) grasping an opposing player with the intention of stopping by throwing to the ground verb • accept as a challenge • put a harness • seize and throw down an opponent player, who usually carries the ball | ||||||||
| 26% | 6 | Grapple | ||||||
noun • disorderly fighting verb • fight or struggle in a confused way at close quarters • make messy or untidy | ||||||||
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CLINCH which was last seen in the The Guardian Quick crossword.
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CLINCH
Updated: October 13, 2023
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1 | A passionate embrace; a grapple by boxers at close quarters; the fastening of a metal nail by bending its tip back; or, a pun/punning retort
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5 | Grapple with emotional pain | |
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7 | Grapple with — ship's running rigging
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26 Jul 2012 | The Guardian Quick / 26 Jul 2012 |
