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noun • creative writing of recognized artistic value • the humanistic study of a body of literature • published writings in a particular style on a particular subject • the profession or art of a writer | ||||||||
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adjective • spoiled or ruined or demolished adjective satellite • destroyed physically or morally | ||||||||
| 29% | 9 | Cave in ancient city ruins initially captured in poster | ||||||
noun • acceptance of despair • a verbal act of admitting defeat • the delivery of a principal into lawful custody • the act of surrendering (usually under agreed conditions) verb • give up or agree to forgo to the power or possession of another • relinquish possession or control over | ||||||||
Ancient City Captured In Erudite Books Crossword Clue
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LITERATURE which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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LITERATURE
Updated: October 14, 2023
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