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The Clue
___ breath (5 letter answer)
The Answer
BATED
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Notes
The answer BATED is seen occasionally, appearing about once every 750 puzzles.
Related Clues
With ___ breath
Diminished
Lessened
Moderated
Restrained
Kind of breath
Like some breath
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Definition
BATE as a verb:
1. moderate or restrain; lessen the force of; "He bated his breath when talking about this affair"; "capable of bating his enthusiasm"
2. flap the wings wildly or frantically; used of falcons
3. soak in a special solution to soften and remove chemicals used in previous treatments; "bate hides and skins"
BATED as an adjective:
1. held back; "we watched the daring feats of the acrobats with bated breath"
2. diminished or moderated; "our bated enthusiasm"; "his bated hopes"