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Contention Crossword Clue

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We've checked our database and believe the answer is STRIFE which was last seen in the The Guardian Quick crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is: STRIFE

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About This Clues Answer

We think the answer is "STRIFE" which means:

    noun
  • • Lack of agreement or harmony
  • • Bitter conflict; heated often violent dissension

An example sentence would be:

  • • "There was constant strife between the two rival gangs."
  • • "The country is going through a period of political strife."

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Clue Last Found In...

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The Guardian Quick17 Jun 2008 Across 15
The Guardian Quick21 Jul 2005 Down 15
New York Times22 Sep 1991 Down 84
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