Classic playground game where you race against time to pick up objects. Can you scoop up every spiky star before "tensies" are done? Crossword Clue

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Classic playground game where you race against time to pick up objects. Can you scoop up every spiky star before "tensies" are done? Crossword Answer

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(noun)
1. a game in which jackstones are thrown and picked up in various groups between bounces of a small rubber ball

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

PLAYGROUND (noun)
1. an area where many people go for recreation
2. yard consisting of an outdoor area for children’s play
CLASSIC (adjective)
1. of or relating to the first significant period of a civilization, culture, area of study, etc.
2. well-known and long-established in form or style
CLASSIC (noun)
1. a creation of the highest excellence
2. an artist who has created classic works

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29. Leave out, as a crucial detail

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