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1 | 99% | 6 | Exact Match! | |
2 | 95% | 5 | Exact Match! | |
3 | 50% | 8 | Obtained through effort | |
Acquired Through Effort Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "EARNED" which means:
- adjective
- • Gained or acquired; especially through merit or as a result of effort or action verb
- • To gain (success, reward, recognition) through applied effort or work.
- • To receive payment for work.
- • To cause (someone) to receive payment or reward.
- • To achieve by being worthy of.
- • To curdle, as milk.
- • To long; to yearn.
- • To grieve.
An example sentence would be:
- • "She earned a promotion at work for her outstanding performance."
- • "He earned his degree after years of hard work and dedication."
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The Guardian Quick03 Feb 2018 | Across 14 | |
The Guardian Quick30 Jul 2012 | Down 2 | |
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