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| 2 | 28% | 9 | Utilizes a scanner to convert hard copies into soft copies | |
| 3 | 28% | 11 | Copies of copies | |
Alternative To Lighter Copies Crossword Clue
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We've checked our database and believe the answer is
MATCHES which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
MATCHES
Updated: October 14, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "MATCHES" which means:
- noun
- • Lighter consisting of a thin piece of wood or cardboard tipped with combustible chemical; ignites with friction
- • A formal contest in which two or more persons or teams compete
- • A burning piece of wood or cardboard
- • An exact duplicate
- • The score needed to win a match
- • A person regarded as a good matrimonial prospect
- • A person who is of equal standing with another in a group
- • A pair of people who live together
- • Something that resembles or harmonizes with verb
- • Be compatible, similar or consistent; coincide in their characteristics
- • Provide funds complementary to
- • Bring two objects, ideas, or people together
- • Be equal to in quality or ability
- • Make correspond or harmonize
- • Give or join in marriage
- • Set into opposition or rivalry
- • Be equal or harmonize
- • Make equal, uniform, corresponding, or matching
An example sentence would be:
- • "I can't find any matches to light the candles."
- • "We need some matches to start the fire."
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Clue Last Found In...
| Source | #Number | Answer |
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| The Guardian Cryptic11 Nov 2010 | Across 22 | |
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