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Corrupt Scholars In River Crossword Clue
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We've checked our database and believe the answer is
DEBASE which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
DEBASE
Updated: October 14, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "DEBASE" which means:
- verb
- • Corrupt morally or by intemperance or sensuality
- • Lower in value by increasing the base-metal content
- • Corrupt, debase, or make impure by adding a foreign or inferior substance; often by replacing valuable ingredients with inferior ones
An example sentence would be:
- • "He tried to debase his opponent's reputation by spreading false rumors."
- • "The company's decision to use cheap materials will only debase the quality of their products."
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