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Hectors Or Heckles Crossword Clue

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noun

• anything that serves as an enticement

• something used to lure fish or other animals into danger so they can be trapped or killed

verb

• harass with persistent criticism or carping

• lure, entice, or entrap with bait

• attack with dogs or set dogs upon

46%11Hectors
verb

• make timid or fearful

• to compel or deter by or as if by threats

42%9 Someone who heckles or taunts others, especially at a public event
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We think the answer is "" which means:

    noun
  • • Anything that serves as an enticement
  • • Something used to lure fish or other animals into danger so they can be trapped or killed
  • verb
  • • Harass with persistent criticism or carping
  • • Lure, entice, or entrap with bait
  • • Attack with dogs or set dogs upon

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