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The Clue
Fencer's thrust (5 letter answer)
The Answer
LUNGE
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Notes
The answer LUNGE is uncommon, appearing about once every 400 puzzles.
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Definition
LUNGE as a noun:
1. (lurch, lunge) = the act of moving forward suddenly
2. (lunge, straight thrust, passado) = (fencing) an attacking thrust made with one foot forward and the back leg straight and with the sword arm outstretched forward
LUNGE as a verb:
1. (lunge, hurl, hurtle, thrust) = make a thrusting forward movement