Finishes the lot and takes drugs to stay awake Crossword Clue

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The hint for today's crossword puzzle is brought you by "Irish Times Crosaire" and the clue we are solving today is "Finishes the lot and takes drugs to stay awake".

Understanding Today's Crossword Puzzle

The clue "Finishes the lot and takes drugs to stay awake" corresponds to the answer "USESUP" for today's puzzle. Let's break down why this answer fits the clue:

1. Finishes the lot: In this context, "finishes" indicates consuming or depleting something entirely, suggesting the completion of a task or exhausting a resource.
2. And takes drugs to stay awake: The phrase "takes drugs to stay awake" implies using substances to remain alert or conscious, often associated with stimulants or medications to combat sleepiness.

Putting these components together, "USESUP" aligns with both aspects of the clue:

1. Upon exhausting or finishing a substance or task, one can say they "use up" the entirety of it.
2. Additionally, the action of taking drugs or medications to stay awake can be described as "using up" those substances in an effort to combat drowsiness.

Therefore, the answer "USESUP" effectively captures the essence of the clue by combining the ideas of consuming completely and using drugs to maintain wakefulness in a concise manner.

 The Crossword clue "Finishes the lot and takes drugs to stay awake" published 4 time/s & has 1 answer/s. 

Crossword	Date	Answer
Irish Times Crosaire	31 December 2020	USESUP