Bait Crossword Clue

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TEMPT

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TEASE

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Helpful Hints

(verb)
1. provoke someone to do something through (often false or exaggerated) promises or persuasion

Hint 2: Clue Definition

BAIT (noun)
1. anything that serves as an enticement
2. something used to lure fish or other animals into danger so they can be trapped or killed
BAIT (verb)
1. harass with persistent criticism or carping
2. attack with dogs or set dogs upon

Hint 3: Other Answers Used in the Past

TEMPT
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TEASE
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