"What a beautiful tackle box!," "Nice casting!" and such? Crossword Clue

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"What a beautiful tackle box!," "Nice casting!" and such? Crossword Answer

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Hint 1: Clue Definitions

CASTING (noun)
1. the act of throwing a fishing line out over the water by means of a rod and reel
2. the act of creating something by casting it in a mold
TACKLE (verb)
1. put a harness
2. accept as a challenge
TACKLE (noun)
1. gear consisting of ropes etc. supporting a ship’s masts and sails
2. gear used in fishing

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