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Control Keeps Regressive Creative Activity In Check Crossword Clue
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "RESTRAIN" which means:
- verb
- • To close within bounds, or otherwise limit or deprive of free movement
- • Restrict (someone or something) so as to make free movement difficult
- • Prevent (someone or something) from doing something
- • Prevent the action or expression of
An example sentence would be:
- • "The police officer had to restrain the suspect to prevent him from escaping."
- • "Please restrain yourself from making any rash decisions."
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The Guardian Cryptic01 Jun 2023 | Down 6 | |
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