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4 letters · New York Times · Saturday, February 8, 2003 · 43-Across
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Saturday, February 8, 2003.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · February 8, 2003 · 43-Across · 4 letters
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a hand with the fingers clenched in the palm (as for hitting)
noun
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