Crux of the matter Crossword Clue

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Crux of the matter Crossword Answer

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PITH

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GIST

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Helpful Hints

(noun)
1. a small lump or protuberance
2. the choicest or most essential or most vital part of some idea or experience

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

MATTER (noun)
1. a vaguely specified concern
2. some situation or event that is thought about
MATTER (verb)
1. have weight; have import, carry weight
CRUX (noun)
1. a small conspicuous constellation in the southern hemisphere in the Milky Way near Centaurus
2. the most important point

Hint 3: Other Answers Used in the Past

PITH
(4 letters)
GIST
(4 letters)

Hint 4: Anagram

Unscramble the letters below to solve for today's answer.
BUN

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