The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 8 letter word GRASPING which also is the latest solution we found used in New York Times in 2021.
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Here's a list of possible crossword answers ranked by the most likely to least likely.
| Answer | Likelyness | Letters |
|---|---|---|
| GRASPING | 100 % | 8 |
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Crossword Answer definitions
GRASPING verb- To grip; to take hold, particularly with the hand.
- To understand.
- To take advantage of something, to seize, to jump at a chance.
- The act of one who grasps or covets.
- Greedy, eager for wealth.
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