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Rank | Letters | Answer | Clue | |
1 | 99% | 6 | Exact Match! | |
2 | 27% | 6 | From French for “cockroach, hypocrite”, a word for a feeling of severe depression or melancholia | |
3 | 27% | 3 | "A cockroach!" | |
Cousin Of A Cockroach Crossword Clue
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MANTIS which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
MANTIS
Updated: October 11, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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We think the answer is "MANTIS" which means:
- noun
- • Predacious long-bodied large-eyed insect of warm regions; rests with forelimbs raised as in prayer
An example sentence would be:
- • "The mantis is a fascinating insect known for its distinctive appearance and hunting skills."
- • "I spotted a mantis perched on a leaf in my garden."
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New York Times11 Oct 2008 | Down 8 | |
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