Wrestling move where the arm goes around an opponent's neck (8) Crossword Clue

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RankAnswerLengthSourceDate
98% HEADLOCK Wrestling move where the arm goes around an opponent's neck (8) (8)
64% BOA Feathers around the neck (3) (3) The Guardian Quick Feb 5, 2026
64% TIE Item worn around the neck (3)
64% HAMMERLOCK Arm-twisting wrestling hold (10) LA Times Daily Nov 18, 2025
61% SLOSH Move around, as liquid (5) The Telegraph Cross Atlantic Jan 27, 2026
61% TIES Fastens around necks (4) (4) Mirror Cryptic Dec 7, 2025
61% TIRE It goes around in circles (4) New York Times Dec 6, 2025
58% RIM Where salt goes in a margarita (3) The Telegraph Cross Atlantic Jan 31, 2026
58% ROTOR Revolving arm that goes in either direction (5) (5) The Sun Two Speed Jan 23, 2026
58% SLEEPINGCAR Where to slumber on the move (8,3) (11) The Guardian Quick Jan 22, 2026
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