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We think the answer is "WRING" which means:
- noun
- • A twisting squeeze verb
- • Twist and press out of shape
- • Twist and compress, as if in pain or anguish
- • Obtain by coercion or intimidation
- • Twist, squeeze, or compress in order to extract liquid
An example sentence would be:
- • "The coach told the players to wring out their soaked jerseys after practice."
- • "I had to wring the excess water out of the dishcloth before using it."
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New York Times31 May 2003 | Down 6 | |
New York Times02 Jan 1998 | Across 28 | |
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