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Beneath Sea One Finds Tarry Anchor Crossword Clue

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We've checked our database and believe the answer is MAINSTAY which was last seen in the Telegraph Cryptic crossword.
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noun

• a prominent supporter

• a central cohesive source of support and stability

• the forestay that braces the mainmast

31%13 A metal link used to connect anchor and anchor cable
noun

• a nautical unit of length (15 ft)

28%10 Coat with a black, tarry substance
verb

• treat with bitumen

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