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Rank | Letters | Answer | Clue | |
1 | 99% | 4 | Exact Match! | |
2 | 41% | 5 | Legal action initiated for a specific purpose | |
3 | 35% | 9 | Possible cause for legal action | |
Cause For Legal Action Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "TORT" which means:
- noun
- • (law) any wrongdoing for which an action for damages may be brought adjective
- • Tart; sharp.
- • Stretched tight; taut.
An example sentence would be:
- • "He filed a lawsuit claiming negligence and seeking damages for the tort committed against him."
- • "The court found the defendant guilty of committing the tort of defamation."
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New York Times24 Dec 1980 | Across 46 | |
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