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Prise Crossword Clue

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We've checked our database and believe the answer is LEVER which was last seen in the The Guardian Quick crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is: LEVER

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197%5Exact Match!
232%6 Word, thought to derive from the name of molluscs that are difficult to prise apart, for grips or vices

About This Clues Answer

We think the answer is "LEVER" which means:

    noun
  • • A rigid bar pivoted about a fulcrum
  • • A simple machine that gives a mechanical advantage when given a fulcrum
  • • A flat metal tumbler in a lever lock
  • verb
  • • To move or force, especially in an effort to get something open
  • adverb
  • • Rather.

An example sentence would be:

  • • "He pulled the lever to start the engine."
  • • "She used a lever to lift the heavy box."

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Clue Last Found In...

Source #Number Answer
The Guardian Quick03 Jun 2021 Down 5
The Guardian Quick08 Feb 2017 Down 13
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