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Article About Solar Storm One Failing To Win Award Crossword Clue
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We've checked our database and believe the answer is
ALSORAN which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
ALSORAN
Updated: October 14, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "ALSO-RAN" which means:
- noun
- • A contestant who loses the contest
An example sentence would be:
- • "He was always viewed as an also-ran, never quite achieving the success he desired."
- • "The movie was an also-ran at the box office, overshadowed by the blockbuster releases."
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| The Guardian Cryptic09 Sep 2020 | Across 21 | |
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