Pull with effort (rhymes with "brag") Crossword Clue

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Pull with effort (rhymes with "brag") Crossword Answer

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(verb)
1. proceed for an extended period of time
2. to lag or linger behind
(noun)
1. a slow inhalation (as of tobacco smoke)
2. the phenomenon of resistance to motion through a fluid

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

EFFORT (noun)
1. earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something
2. use of physical or mental energy; hard work
PULL (verb)
1. strip of feathers
2. perform an act, usually with a negative connotation
PULL (noun)
1. a sharp strain on muscles or ligaments
2. special advantage or influence

Hint 3: Anagram

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

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