Cryptic Clues Are Mostly Profane Crossword Clue

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We've checked our database and believe the answer is SECULAR which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is: SECULAR

Updated: October 14, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood

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1	99%	7		Exact Match!
2	32%	8		Have a cryptic cryptic camouflage
3	32%	13		Solving cryptic crossword clues often involves this technique

About This Clues Answer

We think the answer is "SECULAR" which means:

adjective

• Of or relating to the doctrine that rejects religion and religious considerations
• Characteristic of or devoted to the temporal world as opposed to the spiritual world
• Not concerned with or devoted to religion
• Of or relating to clergy not bound by monastic vows

noun

• Someone who is not a clergyman or a professional person

adjective satellite

• Characteristic of those who are not members of the clergy

An example sentence would be:

• "He preferred a secular approach to governing, separate from any religious influence."
• "The country has a secular government that upholds the separation of church and state."

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Clue Last Found In...

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The Guardian Cryptic20 Oct 2016	Across 26
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