Close Shaves Crossword Clue

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Updated: October 11, 2023

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	99%	10	NEARMISSES	Exact Match!
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	noun • a harsh noise made by scraping • an abraded area where the skin is torn or worn off • a deep bow with the foot drawn backwards (indicating excessive humility) • an indication of damage verb • scratch repeatedly • make by scraping • cut the surface of; wear away the surface of • bend the knees and bow in a servile manner • gather (money or other resources) together over time • bruise, cut, or injure the skin or the surface of
	95%	12		Exact Match!
	noun • The width of a hair, a very short distance or a very small amount

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New York Times22 Feb 2019	Across 62	NEARMISSES
The Guardian Cryptic10 Mar 2014	Down 4
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