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Rub Crossword Clue
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CHAFE which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
CHAFE
Updated: October 11, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "CHAFE" which means:
- noun
- • Soreness and warmth caused by friction
- • Anger produced by some annoying irritation verb
- • Become or make sore by or as if by rubbing
- • Feel extreme irritation or anger
- • Cause annoyance in; disturb, especially by minor irritations
- • Tear or wear off the skin or make sore by abrading
- • Cause friction
- • Warm by rubbing, as with the hands
An example sentence would be:
- • "The collar of his shirt began to chafe against his neck."
- • "Her shoes were too tight and started to chafe her heels."
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Clue Last Found In...
| Source | #Number | Answer |
|---|---|---|
| New York Times20 Apr 2013 | Across 39 | |
| The Guardian Quick21 Mar 2006 | Across 9 | |
| New York Times04 Feb 2006 | Across 7 | |
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