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Took Pains Crossword Clue

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We've checked our database and believe the answer is STROVE which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is: STROVE

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199%6Exact Match!
295%10Exact Match!
334%11Took pains to achieve something

About This Clues Answer

We think the answer is "STROVE" which means:

    verb
  • • Attempt by employing effort
  • • To exert much effort or energy

An example sentence would be:

  • • "He strove to become the best athlete in his school."
  • • "They both strove for years to achieve their dream of owning a restaurant."

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New York Times09 Apr 2011 Across 54
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