A Spanner In The Works Crossword Clue

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We've checked our database and believe the answer is OBSTACLE which was last seen in the The Guardian Quick crossword.
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Updated: October 13, 2023

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	noun • something immaterial that stands in the way and must be circumvented or surmounted • an obstruction that stands in the way (and must be removed or surmounted or circumvented)
	35%	9		Throwing a spanner in the works
	verb • To confuse. • To botch or bungle.
	35%	12		Throwing a spanner in the works
	noun • a signal that temporarily stops the execution of a program so that another procedure can be carried out verb • make a break in • destroy the peace or tranquility of • interfere in someone else's activity • terminate or end

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