Frantic attempt made when a lot is hanging in the balance? (9,3) Crossword Clue

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RankAnswerLengthSourceDate
98% DESPERATEBID Frantic attempt made when a lot is hanging in the balance? (9,3) (12)
7% PEND Hang in the balance (4) New York Times Sep 24, 2025
6% TRIED Made an attempt (5) The Telegraph Quick Aug 8, 2025
5% OWES Carries a balance (4) USA Today Oct 18, 2025
5% EVEN Balanced (4) USA Today Oct 13, 2025
5% SUSPEND Hang (7) The Telegraph Quick Oct 9, 2025
5% HECTIC Frantically busy (6) (6) The Guardian Quick Oct 7, 2025
5% TRY Attempt (3)
5% EAR Balance aid (3) New York Times Oct 2, 2025
5% ATON Lots and lots (4) New York Times Sep 26, 2025
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