Tip: Select
a length for advanced search!
| ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | Letters | Answer | Clue | |
| 1 | 99% | 5 | Exact Match! | |
| 2 | 38% | 7 | Clip-fed with an 8-round en-bloc clip | |
| 3 | 30% | 3 | Second of second; second page; second sight | |
Clip Of Second Try Crossword Clue
There is 1 exact and 127 possible answers.
We've checked our database and believe the answer is
SHEAR which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
Check other possible answers below.
Check other possible answers below.
We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
SHEAR
Updated: October 14, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
Best Possible Answers
About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "SHEAR" which means:
- noun
- • (physics) a deformation of an object in which parallel planes remain parallel but are shifted in a direction parallel to themselves
- • A large edge tool that cuts sheet metal by passing a blade through it verb
- • Cut with shears
- • Shear the wool from
- • Cut or cut through with shears
- • Become deformed by forces tending to produce a shearing strain
An example sentence would be:
- • "The sheep need a shear before summer."
- • "The hairdresser used sharp shears to cut my hair."
Users Also Searched For These Clues...
We think you're currently doing a The Guardian Cryptic crossword, and other users also searched for these clues:
English artist who can decorate cakesAccounts ultimately for energy drinks
Write down: 'Desist from wrapping snooker rod round mate's head'
Clue Last Found In...
| Source | #Number | Answer |
|---|---|---|
| The Guardian Cryptic08 Feb 2023 | Down 16 | |
This clue was last seen in the publications above.
| ||
How's It Work?
Our Data
Our database consists of millions of crossword clues, anagrams, synonyms and more. We have over 9 million crossword clues with answers, 5 million synonyms and over 10 million anagrams. We also keep track of popular crosswords such as the New York Times(NYT) with the dates and answers for your convenience.
Even if we don't have the clue in our database, we can still find the answer for you. Simply filter by number of letters and enter any characters that you know of, and our algorithm will return any matching words or phrases.
Alternatively you can use our Known Letters Finder Tool
Similar Clues
| Clue | Source | |
|---|---|---|
1 | An informal term for a second attempt or try | |
2 | Clip-fed with an 8-round en-bloc clip | |
3 | Said try, try and try again — I'm going to do it now
The Guardian Cryptic -
04 Apr 2017 | The Guardian Cryptic / 04 Apr 2017 |
4 | Second of second; second page; second sight
The Guardian Cryptic -
28 Dec 2022 | The Guardian Cryptic / 28 Dec 2022 |
5 | Six-second looping video clip
New York Times Mini -
12 Feb 2015 | New York Times Mini / 12 Feb 2015 |
6 | TRY TRY AGAIN
New York Times -
15 Oct 1989 | New York Times / 15 Oct 1989 |
7 | Weapon needed after second outing to clip joint
The Guardian Cryptic -
11 Jan 2002 | The Guardian Cryptic / 11 Jan 2002 |
