Use these entries to clarify an unfamiliar word or secondary sense while solving. The items remain in original board order and are not grouped by any answer relationship.
BEAT
To strike someone or something repeatedly, often with force or in a regular motion.
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To defeat an opponent in a contest or competition.
A regular pulse or rhythmic unit in music.
A route or area regularly covered by a worker.
Informally, extremely tired or exhausted.
FRIED
Cooked in hot oil, fat or butter until heated through and often browned or crisp.
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Informally, extremely tired or mentally drained.
Damaged or ruined by excessive heat or electricity.
The past tense and past participle of fry.
SPENT
Used up or consumed so that little or nothing usable remains.
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The past tense and past participle of spend.
Having expended all available energy or strength.
No longer effective or active after discharge or use.
WORN OUT
Damaged, weakened or made unusable through prolonged or repeated use.
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Extremely tired after work, strain or activity.
Rendered ineffective because it has been used too often.
LEG
A limb used by a person or animal for standing, walking, running or support.
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One section of a journey, route, race or relay.
A supporting part of a chair, table or similar object.
One match or portion of a multi-part competition.
One side of an angled or triangular shape.
PHASE
A distinct period or stage within a process of change, development or activity.
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A particular appearance of the moon as viewed from Earth.
The relative position within a repeating wave or cycle.
A physically distinct form of matter in a system.
To introduce, remove or complete something gradually.
STAGE
A raised area where performers present plays, music, speeches or other entertainment.
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A distinct step or period in a process or development.
One section of a journey, race or competition.
To arrange, organize or present an event.
To produce a play or other theatrical work.
STRETCH
To extend the body or a limb in order to loosen muscles or reach farther.
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A continuous length or area of land, road or water.
An uninterrupted period of time or activity.
To make material longer or wider by pulling.
A difficult or extended period of effort.
CHAMOMILE
A daisy-like aromatic plant whose dried flowers are commonly used to make herbal tea.
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An herbal infusion prepared from chamomile flowers.
A flavor or fragrance derived from the aromatic plant.
GRINCH
The fictional green character who tries to prevent Christmas in a story by Dr. Seuss.
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A bad-tempered person who spoils other people’s enjoyment.
Someone regarded as lacking seasonal or festive spirit.
HOTFOOT
To move or travel somewhere quickly, often because the matter is urgent.
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A prank involving heat or flame applied near someone’s footwear.
A hurried journey or rapid departure.
LANYARD
A cord, strap or band worn around the neck or wrist to hold an attached item.
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A safety line used to connect a worker to secure equipment.
A rope or line used for fastening aboard a ship.
A cord attached to a tool, whistle, badge or weapon.
BEANSTALK
The main stem of a bean plant, especially one that climbs or grows upright.
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A very tall bean stem in the traditional tale of Jack.
Informally, a notably tall and thin person.
EYESHADOW
A cosmetic applied to the eyelids or surrounding eye area to add color or definition.
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A powder, cream, pencil or liquid formulated for eyelid makeup.
The color or cosmetic effect produced around the eyes.
HIGHTAIL
To leave or travel somewhere very quickly, especially to escape or avoid delay.
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A rapid departure made with urgency.
To hurry toward a stated place or destination.
SOUNDTRACK
The recorded sound accompanying a film, television program, game or other production.
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An album containing music associated with a production.
A film medium or recording channel carrying synchronized sound.
Music regarded as accompanying a period, event or experience.
