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Backspace On A Computer Crossword Clue

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We've checked our database and believe the answer is ERASE which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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verb

• remove from memory or existence

• remove by or as if by rubbing or erasing

• wipe out digitally or magnetically recorded information

36%9 Function on a computer to delete characters to the left of the cursor
noun

• the typewriter key used for back spacing

verb

• hit the backspace key on a computer or typewriter keyboard

32%8 Restricted backspace
noun

• the meeting place of a group of leaders who make their decisions via private negotiations

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