A Close Shave Crossword Clue

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Updated: October 14, 2023

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	99%	6		Exact Match!
	noun • a harsh noise made by scraping • an abraded area where the skin is torn or worn off • a deep bow with the foot drawn backwards (indicating excessive humility) • an indication of damage verb • scratch repeatedly • make by scraping • cut the surface of; wear away the surface of • bend the knees and bow in a servile manner • gather (money or other resources) together over time • bruise, cut, or injure the skin or the surface of
	95%	6		Exact Match!
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	50%	10		Narrow escape from danger
	noun • something achieved (or escaped) by a narrow margin

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The Guardian Cryptic14 Sep 2015	Down 21
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