Hit that’s not quite a homer Crossword Clue

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Hit that’s not quite a homer Crossword Answer

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(verb)
1. increase threefold
2. hit a three-base hit
(noun)
1. a set of three similar things considered as a unit
2. a base hit at which the batter stops safely at third base
(adjective)
1. having three units or components or elements
2. three times as great or many

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

HOMER (noun)
1. pigeon trained to return home
2. a base hit on which the batter scores a run
HOMER (verb)
1. hit a home run
QUITE (adverb)
1. of an unusually noticeable or exceptional or remarkable kind (not used with a negative)
2. to a degree (not used with a negative)

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