It hurts to caress when scratching head (4)

1 solution4 lettersCrypticLast seen 3 APR 2026

THE ANSWER

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OUCH is the 4-letter answer to “It hurts to caress when scratching head (4)”, last seen in The Sun Cryptic Crossword on 3 April 2026.

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The Sun Cryptic Crossword3 APR 2026

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It hurts to make contact when short of time (4)OUCH Cry of pain (4)OUCH Expression of pain (4)OUCH

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