Hit a ___ (really upset someone) Crossword Clue

Looking for the answer to “Hit a ___ (really upset someone)” from the USA Today crossword of October 26, 2024? It has 5 letters. Flip the tiles one at a time, try a hint first, or look through the rest of that puzzle.

Crossword answer

USA TODAY, OCTOBER 26, 2024

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Hints

Three clues to the answer, gentle first. Open one at a time.

Hint 1 Meaning

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Questions

What is the answer to “Hit a ___ (really upset someone)”?

NERVE, 5 letters: to give courage to.

When was “Hit a ___ (really upset someone)” last seen in a crossword?

In the USA Today crossword of October 26, 2024.

How many letters does the answer have?

5 letters, starting with N.