Rub the wrong way Crossword Clue

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Rub the wrong way Crossword Answer

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CHAFE

(5 letters)

OFFEND

(6 letters)

ABRADE

(6 letters)

RILE

(4 letters)

Helpful Hints

(verb)
1. irritate or vex

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

WRONG (noun)
1. that which is contrary to the principles of justice or law
2. any harm or injury resulting from a violation of a legal right
WRONG (adjective)
1. not functioning properly
2. not correct; not in conformity with fact or truth
WRONG (adverb)
1. in an inaccurate manner
WRONG (verb)
1. treat unjustly; do wrong to
RUB (noun)
1. an unforeseen obstacle
2. the act of rubbing or wiping
RUB (verb)
1. cause friction
2. scrape or rub as if to relieve itching

Hint 3: Other Answers Used in the Past

CHAFE
(5 letters)
OFFEND
(6 letters)
ABRADE
(6 letters)
RILE
(4 letters)

Hint 4: Anagram

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

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Down

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