On ___ (trying to lose) Crossword Clue

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Hint 1: Clue Definitions

TRYING (adjective)
1. extremely irritating to the nerves
2. hard to endure
LOSE (verb)
1. fail to perceive or to catch with the senses or the mind
2. be set at a disadvantage

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