The Clue
Swerve (3 letter answer)
The Answer
YAW
Tags
Notes
The answer YAW is common and appears about once every 350 puzzles.
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Definition
YAW as a noun:
1. (yaw, swerve) = an erratic deflection from an intended course
YAW as a verb:
1. (gape, yawn, yaw) = be wide open; "the deep gaping canyon"
2. deviate erratically from a set course; "the yawing motion of the ship"
3. swerve off course momentarily; "the ship yawed when the huge waves hit it"