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Stinging Insult Crossword Clue

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We've checked our database and believe the answer is JAB which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is: JAB

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199%3Exact Match!
219%7Insult or offense
319%7Insult

About This Clues Answer

We think the answer is "JAB" which means:

    noun
  • • A sharp hand gesture (resembling a blow)
  • • A quick short straight punch
  • • The act of touching someone suddenly with your finger or elbow
  • verb
  • • Poke or thrust abruptly
  • • Strike or punch with quick and short blows
  • • Stab or pierce

An example sentence would be:

  • • "He received a jab from the doctor for his flu vaccination."
  • • "The boxer delivered a powerful jab to his opponent's jaw."

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New York Times14 Jun 2024 Down 51
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