Cutting comments Crossword Clue

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Cutting comments Crossword Answer

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GIBES

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JABS

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Hint 1: Clue Definition

CUTTING (noun)
1. an excerpt cut from a newspaper or magazine
2. the act of penetrating or opening open with a sharp edge
CUTTING (adjective)
1. (of speech) harsh or hurtful in tone or character
2. painful as if caused by a sharp instrument

Hint 2: Other Answers Used in the Past

GIBES
(5 letters)
JABS
(4 letters)

Hint 3: Anagram

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

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