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Asks For Lift From Sailors That Could Be Unpleasant Crossword Clue
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We've checked our database and believe the answer is
THUMBSCREW which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
THUMBSCREW
Updated: October 14, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "THUMBSCREW" which means:
- noun
- • Instrument of torture that crushes the thumb
- • Screw designed to be turned with the thumb and fingers
An example sentence would be:
- • "The detective tightened the thumbscrew to get the suspect to talk."
- • "The interrogator used a thumbscrew to extract information from the prisoner."
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| The Guardian Cryptic02 Apr 2004 | Across 22 | |
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