“Hold it!” Crossword Clue

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“Hold it!” Crossword Answer

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FREEZE

(6 letters)

STOP

(4 letters)

HALT

(4 letters)

NOTSOFAST

(9 letters)

Helpful Hints

(verb)
1. stop or check by or as if by a pull at the reins
2. control and direct with or as if by reins
(noun)
1. any means of control
2. one of a pair of long straps (usually connected to the bit or the headpiece) used to control a horse

Hint 2: Clue Definition

HOLD (verb)
1. be capable of holding or containing
2. be pertinent or relevant or applicable
HOLD (noun)
1. a state of being confined (usually for a short time)
2. time during which some action is awaited

Hint 3: Other Answers Used in the Past

FREEZE
(6 letters)
STOP
(4 letters)
HALT
(4 letters)
NOTSOFAST
(9 letters)

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