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Grasping Secret Societies Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "TONGS" which means:
- noun
- • Any of various devices for taking hold of objects; usually have two hinged legs with handles above and pointed hooks below verb
- • To use tongs.
- • To grab, manipulate or transport something using tongs.
An example sentence would be:
- • "She used tongs to pick up the hot coal and place it in the barbecue."
- • "The chef used tongs to flip the steak on the grill."
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