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The Clue
Pries (6 letter answer)
The Answer
LEVERS
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Notes
The answer LEVERS is rarely seen, appearing only about once every 2400 puzzles.
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Definition
LEVER as a noun:
1. a rigid bar pivoted about a fulcrum
2. a simple machine that gives a mechanical advantage when given a fulcrum
3. (lever, lever tumbler) = a flat metal tumbler in a lever lock
LEVER as a verb:
1. (pry, prise, prize, lever, jimmy) = to move or force, especially in an effort to get something open; "The burglar jimmied the lock", "Raccoons managed to pry the lid off the garbage pail"