Backstop Makeup Crossword Clue

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Updated: October 11, 2023

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	99%	9	WIREFENCE	Exact Match!
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	34%	6		Backstop
	noun • the soccer or hockey player assigned to protect the goal • the defensive position on an ice hockey or soccer or lacrosse team who stands in front of the goal and tries to prevent opposing players from scoring
	34%	10		Backstop in hockey
	noun • the soccer or hockey player assigned to protect the goal • the defensive position on an ice hockey or soccer or lacrosse team who stands in front of the goal and tries to prevent opposing players from scoring

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New York Times10 Apr 2015	Down 30	WIREFENCE
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