The Clue
Eggs on (5 letter answer)
The Answer
GOADS
Tags
Notes
The answer GOADS is rarely seen, appearing only about once every 1300 puzzles.
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Definition
GOAD as a noun:
1. (prod, goad) = a pointed instrument that is used to prod into a state of motion
2. (goad, goading, prod, prodding, urging, spur, spurring) = a verbalization that encourages you to attempt something; "the ceaseless prodding got on his nerves"
GOAD as a verb:
1. (spur, goad) = give heart or courage to
2. urge with or as if with a goad
3. (goad, prick) = stab or urge on as if with a pointed stick
4. (needle, goad) = goad or provoke,as by constant criticism; "He needled her with his sarcastic remarks"