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The Clue

Makes a great effort (7 letter answer)

The Answer

STRIVES

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Notes

The answer STRIVES is rarely seen, appearing only about once every 1500 puzzles.

Related Clues

Attempts
Contends
Endeavors
Goes for it
Makes an effort
Tries hard
Tries very hard
Fights with all one's might

Definition

STRIVE as a verb:

1. (endeavor, endeavour, strive) = attempt by employing effort; "we endeavor to make our customers happy"
2. (strive, reach, strain) = to exert much effort or energy; "straining our ears to hear"