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Something Provoking Adult In Rovers Return Crossword Clue
There is 1 exact and 141 possible answers.
We've checked our database and believe the answer is
GOAD which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
GOAD
Updated: October 14, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "GOAD" which means:
- 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
An example sentence would be:
- • "He used a sharp goad to prod the cattle."
- • "The coach used words of goad to motivate the team."
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Clue Last Found In...
| Source | #Number | Answer |
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| The Guardian Cryptic03 Jul 2015 | Down 4 | |
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