Waste maker? Crossword Clue

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Waste maker? Crossword Answer

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(noun)
1. the act of moving hurriedly and in a careless manner
2. overly eager speed (and possible carelessness)

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

MAKER (noun)
1. a business engaged in manufacturing some product
2. terms referring to the Judeo-Christian God
WASTE (verb)
1. cause to grow thin or weak
2. run off as waste
WASTE (adjective)
1. located in a dismal or remote area; desolate
WASTE (noun)
1. an uninhabited wilderness that is worthless for cultivation
2. useless or profitless activity; using or expending or consuming thoughtlessly or carelessly

Hint 3: Anagram

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HAETS

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