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Pull Lightly But Sharply Crossword Clue
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We've checked our database and believe the answer is
PLUCK which was last seen in the The Guardian Quick crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
PLUCK
Updated: October 13, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "PLUCK" which means:
- noun
- • The trait of showing courage and determination in spite of possible loss or injury
- • The act of pulling and releasing a taut cord verb
- • Pull or pull out sharply
- • Sell something to or obtain something from by energetic and especially underhanded activity
- • Rip off; ask an unreasonable price
- • Pull lightly but sharply with a plucking motion
- • Strip of feathers
- • Look for and gather
An example sentence would be:
- • "She plucked a flower from the garden."
- • "He plucked a hair from his soup."
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| The Guardian Quick10 Apr 2017 | Down 19 | |
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