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noun • a cruel and oppressive dictator • in ancient Greece, a ruler who had seized power without legal right to it • any person who exercises power in a cruel way | ||||||||
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noun • United States film actor (1899-1957) | ||||||||
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noun • United States film actor known for his portrayals of tough characters (1899-1986) | ||||||||
A Tough Guy In The City Ran Things His Way Crossword Clue
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TYRANT which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
TYRANT
Updated: October 14, 2023
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