Comparatively Stewed Crossword Clue

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We think the answer to this crossword clue is: TIGHTER

Updated: October 11, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood

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Rank		Letters	Answer	Clue
1	99%	7		Exact Match!
2	24%	11		Comparatively
3	24%	6		Comparatively good or well

About This Clues Answer

We think the answer is "TIGHTER" which means:

adjective

• Closely constrained or constricted or constricting
• Of such close construction as to be impermeable

adverb

• Firmly or closely
• In an attentive manner

adjective satellite

• Pulled or drawn tight
• Set so close together as to be invulnerable to penetration
• Pressed tightly together
• (used of persons or behavior) characterized by or indicative of lack of generosity
• Affected by scarcity and expensive to borrow
• Of textiles
• Securely or solidly fixed in place; rigid
• (of a contest or contestants) evenly matched
• Very drunk
• Exasperatingly difficult to handle or circumvent
• Demanding strict attention to rules and procedures
• Packed closely together

noun

• A ribbon or string used to draw clothes closer; a tightener.

An example sentence would be:

• "She tied the rope tighter to secure the package."
• "His grip around the handle of the sword grew tighter."

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Source	#Number	Answer
New York Times19 Jul 1998	Across 63
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