The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 9 letter word TRENCHANT which also is the latest solution we found used in New York Times in 1984.
Penetrating insect? crossword clue answers
Here's a list of possible crossword answers ranked by the most likely to least likely.
| Answer | Likelyness | Letters |
|---|---|---|
| TRENCHANT | 100 % | 9 |
Words with a meaning similar to the clue: Penetrating insect?
These words may or may not be a possible solution to this crosswords clue.- borer
- gnat
- bite
- dart
- pungent
- bit
- edge
- incisive
- profound
- stain
- stained
- ant
Crossword Answer definitions
TRENCHANT adjective- Fitted to trench or cut; gutting; sharp.
- Keen; biting; vigorously articulate and effective; severe.
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