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Handkerchief stuffed in a mouth, e.g. Crossword Clue

Last seen in: NYT Special · 2026-10-21

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(noun)

  1. restraint put into a person's mouth to prevent speaking or shouting
  2. a humorous anecdote or remark intended to provoke laughter

(verb)

  1. make an unsuccessful effort to vomit; strain to vomit
  2. cause to retch or choke
  3. struggle for breath; have insufficient oxygen intake
  4. make jokes or quips
  5. tie a gag around someone's mouth in order to silence them
  6. be too tight; rub or press
  7. prevent from speaking out

(noun)

  1. a square piece of cloth used for wiping the eyes or nose or as a costume accessory

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    NYT Special · Oct 21, 2026

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