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Crime Likely To Arise During Postal Strike Crossword Clue
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We've checked our database and believe the answer is
BLACKMAIL which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
BLACKMAIL
Updated: October 14, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "BLACKMAIL" which means:
- noun
- • Extortion of money by threats to divulge discrediting information verb
- • Exert pressure on someone through threats
- • Obtain through threats
An example sentence would be:
- • "He refused to give in to their blackmail."
- • "She was a victim of a vicious blackmail scheme."
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| The Guardian Cryptic22 Aug 2008 | Across 12 | |
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