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Constricts Outstanding People Reportedly Crossword Clue
There is 1 exact and 151 possible answers.
We've checked our database and believe the answer is
TIGHTENS which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
TIGHTENS
Updated: October 14, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "TIGHTENS" which means:
- verb
- • Make tight or tighter
- • Become tight or tighter
- • Severely restrict in scope or extent
- • Narrow or limit
An example sentence would be:
- • "She tightens the screws on the metal plate to secure it."
- • "The mechanic tightens the bolts to ensure the tire doesn't come loose."
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Clue Last Found In...
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| The Guardian Cryptic13 Jul 2005 | Down 17 | |
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