Draws back, as before throwing Crossword Clue
5 letters · New York Times · Wednesday, December 4, 2024 · 21-Down
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Wednesday, December 4, 2024.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · December 4, 2024 · 21-Down · 5 letters
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set the trigger of a firearm back for firing
verb
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