The Clue
It's striking (6 letter answer)
The Answer
IMPACT
Tags
Notes
The answer IMPACT is rarely seen, appearing only about once every 1200 puzzles.
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Definition
IMPACT as a noun:
1. the striking of one body against another
2. (impact, wallop) = a forceful consequence; a strong effect; "the book had an important impact on my thinking"; "the book packs a wallop"
3. (impingement, encroachment, impact) = influencing strongly; "they resented the impingement of American values on European culture"
4. (shock, impact) = the violent interaction of individuals or groups entering into combat; "the armies met in the shock of battle"
IMPACT as a verb:
1. press or wedge together; pack together
2. (affect, impact, bear upon, bear on, touch on, touch) = have an effect upon; "Will the new rules affect me?"