Bait Crossword Clue
5 letters · New York Times · Thursday, September 22, 2022 · 30-Across
Appeared in 15 New York Times Crosswords between June 1994 and September 2022.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · September 22, 2022 · 30-Across · 5 letters
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harass with persistent criticism or carping; "The children teased the new teacher"; "Don't ride me so hard over my failure"; "His fellow workers razzed him when he wore a jacket and tie"
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