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Cries As Bishop Blocks Call For Help Crossword Clue
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We've checked our database and believe the answer is
SOBS which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
SOBS
Updated: October 14, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "SOBS" which means:
- noun
- • Convulsive gasp made while weeping
- • A dyspneic condition
- • Insulting terms of address for people who are stupid or irritating or ridiculous verb
- • Weep convulsively
An example sentence would be:
- • "Her sobs echoed through the empty house."
- • "He couldn't control his sobs after receiving the bad news."
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Clue Last Found In...
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| The Guardian Cryptic03 Jun 2019 | Across 18 | |
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