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Deadly Nightshade Crossword Clue
There are 2 exact and 110 possible answers.
We've checked our database and believe the answer is
BELLADONNA which was last seen in the Telegraph Quick crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
BELLADONNA
Updated: October 12, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "BELLADONNA" which means:
- noun
- • Perennial eurasian herb with reddish bell-shaped flowers and shining black berries; extensively grown in united states; roots and leaves yield atropine
- • An alkaloidal extract or tincture of the poisonous belladonna plant that is used medicinally
An example sentence would be:
- • "The leaves of belladonna are used in some medicines to treat muscle spasms."
- • "My grandmother warned me never to touch belladonna as it can be deadly."
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| Telegraph Quick20 Jan 2023 | Across 23 | |
| Telegraph Cross Atlantic20 Jan 2023 | Down 11 | |
| The Guardian Quick18 Jul 2022 | Across 21 | |
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4 | Deadly nightshade plant | |
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11 Feb 2023 | The Guardian Quick / 11 Feb 2023 |
