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noun • any of several wrestling holds in which an arm is passed under the opponent's arm from behind and the hand exerts pressure on the back of the neck • English admiral who defeated the French fleets of Napoleon but was mortally wounded at Trafalgar (1758-1805) | ||||||||
| 36% | 7 | Surname of the creator of the Marston Mat, a WWII aircraft landing mat | ||||||
noun • English playwright (1575-1634) | ||||||||
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noun • the act of engaging in close hand-to-hand combat verb • combat to overcome an opposing tendency or force • engage in deep thought, consideration, or debate • to move in a twisting or contorted motion, (especially when struggling) • engage in a wrestling match | ||||||||
Holds On A Mat Crossword Clue
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NELSONS which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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NELSONS
Updated: October 11, 2023
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