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Alight Crossword Clue

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We've checked our database and believe the answer is GETDOWN which was last seen in the The Guardian Quick crossword.
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97%7Exact Match!
verb

• lower (one's body) as by kneeling

• move something or somebody to a lower position

• alight from (a horse)

• pass through the esophagus as part of eating or drinking

• lower someone's spirits; make downhearted

• put down in writing; of texts, musical compositions, etc.

• take the first step or steps in carrying out an action

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verb

• cause inflammation in

• catch fire

• cause to start burning

• arouse or excite feelings and passions

• become inflamed; get sore

95%6Exact Match!
verb

• leave a vehicle, aircraft, etc.

• be relieved of one's duties temporarily

• transfer

• cause to be acquitted; get off the hook; in a legal case

• escape potentially unpleasant consequences; get away with a forbidden action

• enjoy in a sexual way

• alight from (a horse)

• get out of quickly

• send via the postal service

• get high, stoned, or drugged

• deliver verbally

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Clue Last Found In...

Source #Number Answer
The Guardian Quick15 Sep 2017 Down 15
The Guardian Quick06 Apr 2017 Down 5
New York Times18 Jun 2013 Down 25
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