The Clue
Try to deal (with) (7 letter answer)
The Answer
GRAPPLE
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Notes
The answer GRAPPLE is rarely seen, appearing only about once every 2100 puzzles.
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Definition
GRAPPLE as a noun:
1. (grapnel, grapple, grappler, grappling hook, grappling iron) = a tool consisting of several hooks for grasping and holding; often thrown with a rope
2. (clamshell, grapple) = a dredging bucket with hinges like the shell of a clam
3. (wrestle, wrestling, grapple, grappling, hand-to-hand struggle) = the act of engaging in close hand-to-hand combat; "they had a fierce wrestle"; "we watched his grappling and wrestling with the bully"
GRAPPLE as a verb:
1. (cope, get by, make out, make do, contend, grapple, deal, manage) = come to terms or deal successfully with; "We got by on just a gallon of gas"; "They made do on half a loaf of bread every day"
2. (grapple, grip) = to grip or seize, as in a wrestling match; "the two men grappled with each other for several minutes"