The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 8 letter word STUDIOUS which also is the latest solution we found used in New York Times in 2023.
*Earnestly hitting the books crossword clue answers
Here's a list of possible crossword answers ranked by the most likely to least likely.
| Answer | Likelyness | Letters |
|---|---|---|
| STUDIOUS | 100 % | 8 |
Why may STUDIOUS be the right solution?
The word "studious" means showing great care and effort in one's academic or literary pursuits, which perfectly fits the clue "*Earnestly hitting the books."
Words with a meaning similar to the clue: *Earnestly hitting the books
These words may or may not be a possible solution to this crosswords clue.- studious
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Crossword Answer definitions
STUDIOUS adjective- Given to thought, or to the examination of subjects by contemplation; contemplative.
- Dedicated to study; devoted to the acquisition of knowledge from books
- (usually followed by an infinitive or by "of") Earnest in endeavors; attentive; diligent
- Planned with study; deliberate; studied.
- Favorable to study; suitable for thought and contemplation
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