Strong drive to succeed Crossword Clue

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Strong drive to succeed Crossword Answer

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(noun)
1. a cherished desire
2. a strong drive for success
(verb)
1. have as one’s ambition

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

SUCCEED (verb)
1. attain success or reach a desired goal
2. be the successor (of)
STRONG (adjective)
1. immune to attack; incapable of being tampered with
2. of good quality and condition; solidly built

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