Cryptic crossword clue
Lure starts to bob and intrigue tench 4

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 4 letter word BAIT

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The straight part

We know that "Lure" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case lure = bait.

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What does BAIT mean?

1. Any substance, especially food, used in catching fish, or other animals, by alluring them to a hook, snare, trap, or net.
2. Food containing poison or a harmful additive to kill animals that are pests.
3. Anything which allures; something used to lure or entice someone or something into doing something
4. A portion of food or drink, as a refreshment taken on a journey; also, a stop for rest and refreshment.

1. To attract with bait; to entice.
2. To affix bait to a trap or a fishing hook or fishing line.

1. To set dogs on (an animal etc.) to bite or worry; to attack with dogs, especially for sport.
2. To intentionally annoy, torment, or threaten by constant rebukes or threats; to harass.
3. To feed and water (a horse or other animal), especially during a journey.
4. (of a horse or other animal) To take food, especially during a journey.
5. (of a person) To stop to take a portion of food and drink for refreshment during a journey.

1. To flap the wings; to flutter as if to fly; or to hover, as a hawk when she stoops to her prey.

1. Obvious; blatant.
2. Well-known; famous; renowned.

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