Rear-___ (auto mishap) Crossword Clue

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Rear-___ (auto mishap) Crossword Answer

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Hint 1: Clue Definitions

MISHAP (noun)
1. an unpredictable outcome that is unfortunate
2. an instance of misfortune
REAR (adjective)
1. located in or toward the back or rear
REAR (verb)
1. rise up
2. cause to rise up
REAR (noun)
1. the side of an object that is opposite its front
2. the side that goes last or is not normally seen

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