Tries To Get A Rise Out Of Crossword Clue

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We think the answer to this crossword clue is: BAITS

Updated: October 11, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood

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Rank		Letters	Answer	Clue
1	99%	5		Exact Match!
2	34%	12		Someone who tries to get out of doing work
3	33%	6		Tries to seduce casual worker, a good man, to get a rise

About This Clues Answer

We think the answer is "BAITS" which means:

noun

• Anything that serves as an enticement
• Something used to lure fish or other animals into danger so they can be trapped or killed

verb

• Harass with persistent criticism or carping
• Lure, entice, or entrap with bait
• Attack with dogs or set dogs upon

An example sentence would be:

• "He baits the hook with a worm to catch a fish."
• "The fisherman baits the trap with raw meat to attract wild animals."

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Clue Last Found In...

Source	#Number	Answer
New York Times18 May 2002	Across 36
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