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Prod Into Action Crossword Clue

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noun

• a pointed instrument that is used to prod into a state of motion

• a verbalization that encourages you to attempt something

verb

• give heart or courage to

• urge with or as if with a goad

• stab or urge on as if with a pointed stick

• annoy or provoke, as by constant criticism

35%6 Is listless, so prod into action
noun

• a shape that sags

verb

• droop, sink, or settle from or as if from pressure or loss of tautness

• hang loosely or laxly

• become limp

35%4 To prod or push into action or motion
noun

• a person who evokes boredom

• a high wave (often dangerous) caused by tidal flow (as by colliding tidal currents or in a narrow estuary)

• diameter of a tube or gun barrel

• a hole or passage made by a drill; usually made for exploratory purposes

verb

• cause to be bored

• make a hole, especially with a pointed power or hand tool

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New York Times05 Jul 1992 Across 88
New York Times10 Feb 1982 Down 52
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