The Clue
Not take the heat well (4 letter answer)
The Answer
WILT
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Notes
The answer WILT is uncommon, appearing about once every 475 puzzles.
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Shrivel
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Weaken
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Languish or quail
Lose freshness
Suffer from the heat
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Definition
WILT as a noun:
1. (wilt, wilt disease) = any plant disease characterized by drooping and shriveling; usually caused by parasites attacking the roots
2. (wilt, wilting) = causing to become limp or drooping
WILT as a verb:
1. lose strength; "My opponent was wilting"
2. (wilt, droop) = become limp; "The flowers wilted"