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Spur Crossword Clue

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We've checked our database and believe the answer is URGE which was last seen in the Telegraph Quick crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is: URGE

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About This Clues Answer

We think the answer is "URGE" which means:

    noun
  • • An instinctive motive
  • • A strong restless desire
  • verb
  • • Force or impel in an indicated direction
  • • Push for something
  • • Spur on or encourage especially by cheers and shouts

An example sentence would be:

  • • "I had a sudden urge to eat chocolate."
  • • "She felt an overwhelming urge to run away."

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Clue Last Found In...

Source #Number Answer
Telegraph Quick05 May 2024 Down 14
Telegraph Quick11 Sep 2023 Across 15
New York Times25 Feb 2023 Down 25
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