"The ___ of the Screw" (Henry James novella) Crossword Clue

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"The ___ of the Screw" (Henry James novella) Crossword Answer

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(verb)
1. to break and turn over earth especially with a plow
2. twist suddenly so as to sprain
(noun)
1. turning or twisting around (in place)
2. a favor for someone

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

NOVELLA (noun)
1. a short novel
SCREW (noun)
1. someone who guards prisoners
2. a propeller with several angled blades that rotates to push against water or air
SCREW (verb)
1. cause to penetrate, as with a circular motion
2. have sexual intercourse with

Hint 3: Anagram

Unscramble the letters below to solve for today's answer.
RUNT

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