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3 | 38% | 6 | Deceive with a clever stratagem | |
Clever Device Or Stratagem Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "GIMMICK" which means:
- noun
- • A drawback or difficulty that is not readily evident
- • Something unspecified whose name is either forgotten or not known
- • Any clever maneuver verb
- • To rig or set up with a trick or device.
An example sentence would be:
- • "The company used a clever gimmick to attract customers."
- • "His magic tricks were nothing more than cheap gimmicks."
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The Guardian Quick14 Aug 2000 | Across 22 | |
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