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Crude Oil Given To Government By Principal Member Of Ruling Elite Crossword Clue
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We've checked our database and believe the answer is
OLIGARCH which was last seen in the The Guardian Quiptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
OLIGARCH
Updated: October 15, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "OLIGARCH" which means:
- noun
- • One of the rulers in an oligarchy
An example sentence would be:
- • "The oligarch controlled a significant portion of the country's wealth."
- • "The oligarch's influence over politics was widely known."
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| The Guardian Quiptic21 Nov 2016 | Across 10 | |
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