What might accompany a headlock Crossword Clue
6 letters · New York Times · Friday, July 7, 2023 · 29-Down
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Friday, July 7, 2023.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · July 7, 2023 · 29-Down · 6 letters
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An act of putting a person in a headlock and rubbing one's knuckles on the other person's head, often a playful gesture of affection when done lightly.
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