VERB: "to pierce or prod (someone or something) with...a pointed object" Crossword Clue

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VERB: "to pierce or prod (someone or something) with...a pointed object" Crossword Answer

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(verb)
1. stab or pierce
2. poke or thrust abruptly
(noun)
1. the act of touching someone suddenly with your finger or elbow
2. a sharp hand gesture (resembling a blow)

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

POINTED (adjective)
1. direct and obvious in meaning or reference; often unpleasant
2. having a point
SOMEONE (noun)
1. a human being

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