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Becomes Engaged In Predicaments Crossword Clue

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We've checked our database and believe the answer is PLIGHTS which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is: PLIGHTS

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RankLettersAnswerClue
199%7Exact Match!
228%8Becomes engaged with speculation, then short-changed
328%8 Sailor, to a great extent badly bred, becomes engaged

About This Clues Answer

We think the answer is "PLIGHTS" which means:

    noun
  • • A situation from which extrication is difficult especially an unpleasant or trying one
  • • A solemn pledge of fidelity
  • verb
  • • Give to in marriage
  • • Promise solemnly and formally

An example sentence would be:

  • • "The plights of the refugees are heartbreaking."
  • • "He dedicated his life to helping the plights of the homeless."

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The Guardian Cryptic15 Feb 2005 Down 19
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