Prop for a classic magic trick (3)

I believe the answer is:

saw

(Other definitions for saw that I've seen before include "Cutting tool or maxim" , "Hand tool; proverb" , "Grasped" , "Wise saying or cutting tool" , "Toothed cutting tool" .)

I've seen this clue in the LA Times.

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