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Be Cleverer Than Blooming Sting Crossword Clue
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OUTSMART which was last seen in the Telegraph Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
OUTSMART
Updated: May 15, 2024 by Nicoli Westwood
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We think the answer is "OUTSMART" which means:
- verb
- • Beat through cleverness and wit
- • Defeat by more skillful maneuvering
An example sentence would be:
- • "He was able to outsmart his opponent with a clever strategy."
- • "She outsmarted the puzzle and completed it in record time."
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| Telegraph Cryptic16 May 2024 | Down 3 | |
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