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1 | 99% | 5 | Exact Match! | |
2 | 31% | 8 | Can cause a feeling of lump in the throat | |
3 | 31% | 6 | A wad or lump that is expelled from the throat | |
A Lump In Ones Throat Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "UVULA" which means:
- noun
- • A small pendant fleshy lobe at the back of the soft palate
An example sentence would be:
- • "The doctor examined my uvula and said it was swollen."
- • "The uvula helps to close off the nasal passage during swallowing."
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The Guardian Cryptic05 Dec 2016 | Down 6 | |
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