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4 letters · New York Times · Tuesday, December 21, 2021 · 53-Across
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Tuesday, December 21, 2021.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · December 21, 2021 · 53-Across · 4 letters
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informal words for any attempt or effort; "he gave it his best shot"; "he took a stab at forecasting"
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