Bolt Gathered To Secure New Clock Mechanism Crossword Clue

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

Updated: October 14, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood

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Rank		Letters	Answer	Clue
1	99%	10		Exact Match!
2	35%	5		At that point, gathered's gathered
3	34%	11		A type of bolt action rifle where the bolt is operated by sliding it back and forth

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We think the answer is "ESCAPEMENT" which means:

noun

• Mechanical device that regulates movement

An example sentence would be:

• "The escapement of the clock controls the precise release of energy to the gear train."
• "The mechanism of an escapement is essential for the functioning of mechanical watches."

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The Guardian Cryptic10 Jun 2020	Down 15
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