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2 | 34% | 14 | Known by the common names wall barley and false barley | |
3 | 23% | 13 | Grass species with sharp bristles | |
Barley Bristles Crossword Clue
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "AWNS" which means:
- noun
- • Slender bristlelike appendage found on the bracts of grasses
An example sentence would be:
- • "The wheat plant has long awns that help in wind dispersal of seeds."
- • "The awns of the barley plant provide protection for the seed."
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Source | #Number | Answer |
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Telegraph Cross Atlantic26 Apr 2023 | Down 54 | |
New York Times18 Oct 1988 | Down 35 | |
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