The answers to the clues below have something in common. Can you determine what it is?

1. Uncovers one's ears, in a way

2. Chewy chocolate confection

3. Practical aspects

4. Hoarders' homes, often

5. Pig iron producer

6. Chat aimlessly

7. Serious consequences of a decision, perhaps

 

Answers:

 

1. Shucks corn

2. Fudge brownie

3. Nuts and bolts

4. Rats' nests

5. Blast furnace

6. Shoot the bull

7. Hell to pay

 

What the clue answers have in common:

 

Each answer begins with a mild oath.

 

Credit:

Pancho Harrison

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