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1 | 99% | 6 | Exact Match! | |
2 | 47% | 8 | Nip a problem in the bud | |
3 | 44% | 4 | It may get a nip on "Nip/Tuck" | |
2 To Nip In The Bud Crossword Clue
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "SCOTCH" which means:
- adjective
- • Of or relating to or characteristic of scotland or its people or culture or its english dialect or gaelic language noun
- • Whiskey distilled in scotland; especially whiskey made from malted barley in a pot still
- • A slight surface cut (especially a notch that is made to keep a tally) adjective satellite
- • Avoiding waste verb
- • Hinder or prevent (the efforts, plans, or desires) of
- • Make a small cut or score into
An example sentence would be:
- • "He poured himself a glass of scotch after a long day."
- • "She prefers scotch over other types of whiskey."
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The Guardian Cryptic12 Oct 2012 | Down 20 | |
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