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Army Units On Top Defended By Engineers Crossword Clue
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We've checked our database and believe the answer is
PLATOONS which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
PLATOONS
Updated: October 14, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "PLATOONS" which means:
- noun
- • A military unit that is a subdivision of a company; usually has a headquarters and two or more squads; usually commanded by a lieutenant
- • A team of policemen working under the military platoon system
- • A group of persons who are engaged in a common activity verb
- • To alternate starts with a teammate of opposite handedness, depending on the handedness of the opposing pitcher
- • Of self-driving vehicles: to travel in a close convoy, each vehicle communicating electronically with the others.
An example sentence would be:
- • "The platoons marched in formation during the military parade."
- • "The general deployed multiple platoons to secure the perimeter."
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| The Guardian Cryptic11 Jun 2021 | Across 21 | |
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