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1 | 99% | 6 | Exact Match! | |
2 | 40% | 9 | Has a distinctive dark red colour | |
3 | 33% | 8 | Motorway that forms a complete loop around a metropolitan area | |
Dark Colour Around The Motorway Is Rock Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "PUMICE" which means:
- noun
- • A light glass formed on the surface of some lavas; used as an abrasive verb
- • Rub with pumice, in order to clean or to smoothen
An example sentence would be:
- • "Gardeners use pumice to improve soil drainage."
- • "You can find pumice stones in most beauty supply stores."
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