Real effort Crossword Clue
5 letters · New York Times · Friday, January 10, 2003 · 28-Down
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Friday, January 10, 2003.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · January 10, 2003 · 28-Down · 5 letters
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What does this clue mean?
use of physical or mental energy; hard work; "he got an A for effort"; "they managed only with great exertion"
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