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noun • an instrumentality invented for a particular purpose • something in an artistic work designed to achieve a particular effect • any clever maneuver • any ornamental pattern or design (as in embroidery) • an emblematic design (especially in heraldry) | ||||||||
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noun • a deceptive maneuver (especially to avoid capture) | ||||||||
| 90% | 8 | Tricky move or action | ||||||
noun • a military training exercise • a plan for attaining a particular goal • a deliberate coordinated movement requiring dexterity and skill • a move made to gain a tactical end • an action aimed at evading an opponent verb • direct the course; determine the direction of travelling • act in order to achieve a certain goal • perform a movement in military or naval tactics in order to secure an advantage in attack or defense | ||||||||
Contrivance Crossword Clue
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DEVICE which was last seen in the The Guardian Quick crossword.
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DEVICE
Updated: October 13, 2023
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