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Rank | Letters | Answer | Clue | |
1 | 99% | 4 | Exact Match! | |
2 | 28% | 5 | Ratchet stops | |
3 | 28% | 4 | Ratchet (up) | |
Ratchet Catch Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "PAWL" which means:
- noun
- • A hinged catch that fits into a notch of a ratchet to move a wheel forward or prevent it from moving backward verb
- • To stop with a pawl.
An example sentence would be:
- • "The pawl engaged with the ratchet, preventing the gear from turning backward."
- • "He replaced the broken pawl in the lock to ensure that it worked properly."
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New York Times19 Feb 1982 | Down 28 | |
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