Drool when rising tardily about four Crossword Clue

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Understanding Today's Crossword Puzzle

The clue "Drool when rising tardily about four" suggests that we are looking for a word that means to drool and is related to the concept of rising tardily or being slow. The answer to this clue is "SALIVATE."

Here's why:

1. "Drool" is a verb that means the release of saliva from the mouth, typically in response to food or anticipation.
2. The word "tardily" indicates slowness or delay.
3. "About" suggests that something is surrounding or encircling something else.
4. "Four" indicates the number 4.

When we put these elements together, we can decipher the answer. The word "SALIVATE" fits perfectly as it means to release saliva, which matches the clue's reference to drooling. Furthermore, the word "about" implies that the word "SALIVATE" is surrounding or encircling the word "four," signifying that the letters of "four" are contained within "SALIVATE."

Overall, "SALIVATE" fits the clue seamlessly and provides a precise description of the action of drooling in a slow and deliberate manner.

Definition of "SALIVATE"

secrete saliva, especially in anticipation of food

Example :

the delicious aroma of rich stews made us salivate

I was fairly salivating at the prospect of a $10 million loan

 The Crossword clue "Drool when rising tardily about four" published 1 time/s & has 1 answer/s. 

Crossword	Date	Answer
The Times Cryptic	9 June 2017	SALIVATE