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The Clue

Twist around an axis (4 letter answer)

The Answer

SLUE

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Notes

The answer SLUE is seen frequently, appearing about once every 160 puzzles.

Related Clues

Pivot
Skid
Turn
Twist
Veer
Fishtail, e.g.
Move sideways
Pivot on an axis
River inlet
Skid sidewise
Slide to the side
Swing about
Swing Around
Swing on an axis
Turn about
Turn around
Turn on an axis
Turn on a pivot
Twist about
Twist sideways
Twist or veer
Veer; twist
Zig or zag

Definition

SLUE as a verb:

1. (swerve, sheer, curve, trend, veer, slue, slew, cut) = turn sharply; change direction abruptly; "The car cut to the left at the intersection"; "The motorbike veered to the right"
2. (skid, slip, slue, slew, slide) = move obliquely or sideways, usually in an uncontrolled manner; "the wheels skidded against the sidewalk"