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Countermand Crossword Clue

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We've checked our database and believe the answer is OVERRIDE which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is: OVERRIDE

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About This Clues Answer

We think the answer is "OVERRIDE" which means:

    noun
  • • A manually operated device to correct the operation of an automatic device
  • • The act of nullifying; making null and void; counteracting or overriding the effect or force of something
  • verb
  • • Rule against
  • • Prevail over
  • • Counteract the normal operation of (an automatic gear shift in a vehicle)
  • • Ride (a horse) too hard

An example sentence would be:

  • • "He decided to override his initial decision and choose a different path."
  • • "The manager had the authority to override the employee's decision."

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Clue Last Found In...

Source #Number Answer
New York Times01 Jan 2021 Down 40
New York Times05 Jul 2017 Down 29
The Guardian Speedy21 Apr 2013 Across 24
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