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2 | 36% | 9 | Finally getting it | |
3 | 29% | 6 | Nasty little critters | |
Abuse Getting A Little Nasty Officer Finally Breaking In Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "ILL-TREAT" which means:
- verb
- • Treat badly
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- • "She was ill-treated by her family and had to seek help from an organization."
- • "Authorities are taking action against those who ill-treat animals."
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The Guardian Cryptic15 Nov 2005 | Across 12 | |
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