Stroke (4)
'stroke' is the definition.
(synonyms)
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(Other definitions for caress that I've seen before include "Embrace with affection" , "Gentle loving touch" , "pet[s]" , "Gentle stroke" , "Expression of affection" .)
'stroke' is the definition.
(I've seen this in another clue)
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(Other definitions for pet that I've seen before include "Favourite pupil" , "Animal as a companion" , "Loved domestic animal" , "Favourite or house animal" , "Paddy" .)
'stroke' is the definition.
(I've seen this in another clue)
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(Other definitions for rub that I've seen before include "Cause friction" , "Chafe; difficulty" , "Advice to Aladdin" , "Irritate-...the wrong way" , "Move over something with pressure" .)
'stroke' is the definition.
(I have seen 'Brilliant stroke ' mean 'coup' so perhaps 'stroke' could also mean 'coup')
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(Other definitions for coup that I've seen before include "Clever and succesful strategem" , "Brilliant stroke" , "Successful exploit or action" , "A sudden exploit or rebellion" , "Brilliant and notable success" .)
'stroke' is the definition.
(I've seen this before)
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(Other definitions for ictus that I've seen before include "Metrical stress" , "strokes" , ""fit"" , "Seizure" , "Sudden attack" .)