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noun • instrument of torture that crushes the thumb • screw designed to be turned with the thumb and fingers | ||||||||
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noun • a canvas bag that is used to feed an animal (such as a horse); covers the muzzle and fastens at the top of the head | ||||||||
Asks For Lift From Sailors That Could Be Unpleasant Crossword Clue
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THUMBSCREW which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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THUMBSCREW
Updated: October 14, 2023
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