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Crook Finds Tories More Encouraging Crossword Clue
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We've checked our database and believe the answer is
CROSIER which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
CROSIER
Updated: October 14, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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We think the answer is "CROSIER" which means:
- noun
- • A staff surmounted by a crook or cross carried by bishops as a symbol of pastoral office
An example sentence would be:
- • "The bishop walked solemnly down the aisle, holding his crosier high."
- • "The intricately carved crosier was a symbol of the bishop's authority in the church."
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| The Guardian Cryptic26 Feb 2015 | Down 19 | |
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