“The Very Hungry Caterpillar” author Crossword Clue

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“The Very Hungry Caterpillar” author Crossword Answer

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Hint 1: Clue Definitions

CATERPILLAR (noun)
1. a large tracked vehicle that is propelled by two endless metal belts; frequently used for moving earth in construction and farm work
2. a wormlike and often brightly colored and hairy or spiny larva of a butterfly or moth
HUNGRY (adjective)
1. (usually followed by `for’) extremely desirous
2. feeling hunger; feeling a need or desire to eat food

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