The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 9 letter word EMBRACING which also is the latest solution we found used in New York Times in 2000.
Getting up in arms? crossword clue answers
Here's a list of possible crossword answers ranked by the most likely to least likely.
| Answer | Likelyness | Letters |
|---|---|---|
| EMBRACING | 100 % | 9 |
Words with a meaning similar to the clue: Getting up in arms?
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Crossword Answer definitions
EMBRACING verb- To clasp (someone or each other) in the arms with affection; to take in the arms; to hug.
- To seize (something) eagerly or with alacrity; to accept or take up with cordiality; to welcome.
- To submit to; to undergo.
- To encircle; to enclose, to encompass.
- To enfold, to include (ideas, principles, etc.); to encompass.
- To fasten on, as armour.
- To accept (someone) as a friend; to accept (someone's) help gladly.
- To attempt to influence (a court, jury, etc.) corruptly; to practise embracery.
- The act of embracing (in various senses).
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