Trying To Get A Rise Out Of Crossword Clue

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We think the answer to this crossword clue is: BAITING

Updated: January 4, 2024 by Nicoli Westwood

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1	99%	7		Exact Match!
2	47%	12		Trying to get a rise out of someone
3	31%	10		People who are always trying to get the most out of every situation

About This Clues Answer

We think the answer is "BAITING" which means:

noun

• Harassment especially of a tethered animal

verb

• To attract with bait; to entice.
• To affix bait to a trap or a fishing hook or fishing line.
• To set dogs on (an animal etc.) to bite or worry; to attack with dogs, especially for sport.
• To intentionally annoy, torment, or threaten by constant rebukes or threats; to harass.
• To feed and water (a horse or other animal), especially during a journey.
• (of a horse or other animal) to take food, especially during a journey.
• (of a person) to stop to take a portion of food and drink for refreshment during a journey.
• To flap the wings; to flutter as if to fly; or to hover, as a hawk when she stoops to her prey.

An example sentence would be:

• "The fisherman used a worm as baiting."
• "The hunters set a trap with animal baiting."

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New York Times26 Nov 2023	Across 22
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