The Clue
Little jerk (4 letter answer)
The Answer
TWIT
Tags
Notes
The answer TWIT is common and appears about once every 225 puzzles.
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Definition
TWIT as a noun:
1. (twerp, twirp, twit) = someone who is regarded as contemptible
2. (twit, taunt, taunting) = aggravation by deriding or mocking or criticizing
TWIT as a verb:
1. (tease, razz, rag, cod, tantalize, tantalise, bait, taunt, twit, rally, ride) = harass with persistent criticism or carping; "The children teased the new teacher"; "Don't ride me so hard over my failure"; "His fellow workers razzed him when he wore a jacket and tie"