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Knocks Up A Pole To Support The Rigging Crossword Clue
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SPAR which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
SPAR
Updated: October 14, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "SPAR" which means:
- noun
- • Any of various nonmetallic minerals (calcite or feldspar) that are light in color and transparent or translucent and cleavable
- • A stout rounded pole of wood or metal used to support rigging
- • Making the motions of attack and defense with the fists and arms; a part of training for a boxer verb
- • Furnish with spars
- • Fight with spurs
- • Box lightly
- • Fight verbally
An example sentence would be:
- • "They decided to spar with each other to practice their fighting skills."
- • "The boxers are getting ready to spar in the ring."
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