Wielding a lever is a common task that involves using a long bar with a fulcrum at one end to move or lift an object. The term 'PRY' is often used to describe the action of using a lever to open something, such as a door or window. It is also used to describe the action of lifting an object with a lever. In a crossword puzzle, the term 'PRY' is often used as a three-letter answer for the clue 'wield a lever'.