Key hit in panic Crossword Clue

Last seen in: The Washington Post · 2026-09-26

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(noun)

  1. an overwhelming feeling of fear and anxiety
  2. sudden mass fear and anxiety over anticipated events

(verb)

  1. cause sudden fear in or fill with sudden panic
  2. be overcome by a sudden fear

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    Key hit in panic (3)

    The Washington Post · Sep 26, 2026

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