Cryptic crossword clue
Crime starts to excite when you’re tough

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 6 letter word SINEWY

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What does SINEWY mean?

SINEWY adjective
  1. Tough; having strong sinews.
  2. Having or showing nervous strength.
  3. (of a person or animal) Possessing physical strength and weight; rugged and powerful.

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