The term 'WENT AT IT' can be broken down into three separate crossword solutions: WARRED (6 letters), ARGUED (6 letters), and TUSSLED (7 letters). WARRED is a verb meaning to engage in a war or battle, while argued means to have a verbal dispute or disagreement. Tussled is also a verb, meaning to fight or struggle with someone or something. All three words are related to conflict, either physical or verbal.