The Clue
Eagle's descent (5 letter answer)
The Answer
SWOOP
Tags
Notes
The answer SWOOP is seen occasionally, appearing about once every 750 puzzles.
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Definition
SWOOP as a noun:
1. (swoop, slide) = (music) rapid sliding up or down the musical scale; "the violinist was indulgent with his swoops and slides"
2. a very rapid raid
3. a swift descent through the air
SWOOP as a verb:
1. (pounce, swoop) = move down on as if in an attack; "The raptor swooped down on its prey"; "The teacher swooped down upon the new students"
2. move with a sweep, or in a swooping arc
3. (swoop, swoop up) = seize or catch with a swooping motion