Pest in a nest Crossword Clue

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Pest in a nest Crossword Answer

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(noun)
1. large stinging paper wasp

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

PEST (noun)
1. any epidemic disease with a high death rate
2. a persistently annoying person
NEST (verb)
1. move or arrange oneself in a comfortable and cozy position
2. fit together or fit inside
NEST (noun)
1. a cosy or secluded retreat
2. a gang of people (criminals or spies or terrorists) assembled in one locality

Hint 3: Anagram

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NOTHER

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