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Apply Oneself In Serious Contest Crossword Clue

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99%5Exact Match!
noun

• a brief but vigorous fight

28%5 Don't apply to contest place
noun

• a particular environment or walk of life

• the central area of an ancient Roman amphitheater where contests and spectacles were held; especially an area that was strewn with sand

• a large structure for open-air sports or entertainments

• a playing field where sports events take place

27%6Apply oneself (to)
verb

• give entirely to a specific person, activity, or cause

• dedicate

• set aside or apart for a specific purpose or use

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The Guardian Cryptic25 Oct 2021 Down 22
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