Garner's Modern English Usage warns: "Even though this insect preys on others, its name comes from the way it holds its front legs raised" Crossword Clue

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RankAnswerLengthSourceDate
98% PRAYINGMANTIS Garner's Modern English Usage warns: "Even though this insect preys on others, its name comes from the way it holds its front legs raised" (13)
58% SENT On its way (4) Universal Oct 31, 2025
53% MAILED On its way, in a way (6) New York Times Aug 7, 2025
51% TAKE "____ its --> (4) USA Today Quick Oct 7, 2025
47% ANT Tiny insect known for its strength and teamwork (3)
47% SHINS Lower leg fronts (5) LA Times Daily Oct 5, 2025
47% OBOE Sound comes out of its bell (4) Newsday Oct 4, 2025
47% STRATA Casserole named for its layers (6) Universal Sep 13, 2025
47% STARANISE Spice named for its shape (9) Universal Sep 10, 2025
47% FOWLERS ___ "Modern English Usage." (7)
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