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We think the answer is "STARTLE" which means:

    noun
  • • A sudden involuntary movement
  • verb
  • • To stimulate to action
  • • Move or jump suddenly, as if in surprise or alarm

An example sentence would be:

  • • "The loud noise startled me."
  • • "The sudden movement startled the cat."

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Clue Last Found In...

Source #Number Answer
The Guardian Quick23 Nov 2012 Across 23
New York Times15 Dec 1999 Down 54
New York Times05 Jul 1988 Down 3
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