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NUBS

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Notes

The answer NUBS is seen occasionally, appearing about once every 850 puzzles.

Related Clues

Hearts
Lumps
Piths
Central parts
Central points
Small pieces
Worn-down pencils, say

Definition

NUB as a noun:

1. (nub, nubble) = a small lump or protuberance
2. (nub, stub) = a small piece; "a nub of coal"; "a stub of a pencil"
3. (kernel, substance, core, center, essence, gist, heart, heart and soul, inwardness, marrow, meat, nub, pith, sum, nitty-gritty) = the choicest or most essential or most vital part of some idea or experience; "the gist of the prosecutor's argument"; "the heart and soul of the Republican Party"; "the nub of the story"