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Careless But Surprisingly Gentle In 16 Crossword Clue

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adjective

• characterized by neglect and undue lack of concern

33%12Careless teen surprisingly a favourite with audience
noun

• an actor who draws more attention than other actors in the same scene

27%9Surprisingly
adverb

• in an amazing manner; to everyone's surprise

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