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adjective • not having a point especially a sharp point adjective satellite • serving no useful purpose; having no excuse for being • having no points scores | ||||||||
| 20% | 8 | Vain effort | ||||||
adjective satellite • failing to accomplish an intended result | ||||||||
| 20% | 7 | Vain and self-centered person | ||||||
noun • any of various diseases of animals characterized by edema of the head and neck | ||||||||
Blunt And Vain Crossword Clue
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POINTLESS which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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POINTLESS
Updated: October 14, 2023
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