The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 6 letter word NIPPED which also is the latest solution we found used in Newsday in 2000.
__ in the bud (prevented) crossword clue answers
Here's a list of possible crossword answers ranked by the most likely to least likely.
| Answer | Likelyness | Letters |
|---|---|---|
| NIPPED | 100 % | 6 |
Words with a meaning similar to the clue: __ in the bud (prevented)
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Crossword Answer definitions
NIPPED verb- To catch and enclose or compress tightly between two surfaces, or points which are brought together or closed; to pinch; to close in upon.
- To remove by pinching, biting, or cutting with two meeting edges of anything; to clip.
- To blast, as by frost; to check the growth or vigor of; to destroy.
- To annoy, as by nipping.
- To taunt.
- To squeeze or pinch.
- To steal; especially to cut a purse.
- To make a quick, short journey or errand, usually a round trip.
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