The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 4 letter word SPRY
I've seen this crossword clue in The Daily Telegraph
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More clues leading to the result SPRY
- Active ace removed from jet
- Nimble mole overcomes resistance
- Energetic secret agent captures traitor, finally
- Active ingredient in crisp Ryvitas
- Nimble mole torn apart by rook
- Nimble agent nabbing traitor finally
- Nimble, agent crossing river
- Spoke, being agile
- Quick look across river
- Lively, so party regularly
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What does SPRY mean?
SPRY adjective- Having great power of leaping or running; nimble; active.
- Vigorous; lively; cheerful.