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The Clue
Treats roughly (5 letter answer)
The Answer
MAULS
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Notes
The answer MAULS is seen occasionally, appearing about once every 900 puzzles.
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Definition
MAUL as a noun:
1. (maul, sledge, sledgehammer) = a heavy long-handled hammer used to drive stakes or wedges
MAUL as a verb:
1. split (wood) with a maul and wedges
2. (maul, mangle) = injure badly by beating