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An Old Writers Attribute Crossword Clue
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We've checked our database and believe the answer is
ASCRIBE which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
ASCRIBE
Updated: October 14, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "ASCRIBE" which means:
- verb
- • Attribute or credit to
An example sentence would be:
- • "I ascribe my success to hard work and determination."
- • "Many scientists ascribe the increase in global temperatures to human activities."
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Clue Last Found In...
| Source | #Number | Answer |
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| The Guardian Cryptic27 Feb 2003 | Down 19 | |
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