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| 2 | 24% | 14 | Distraction | |
| 3 | 24% | 7 | A diversion or distraction in which words are used to conceal the true meaning | |
Deceptive Distraction Crossword Clue
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DECOY which was last seen in the The Guardian Quick crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
DECOY
Updated: May 8, 2024 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "DECOY" which means:
- noun
- • A beguiler who leads someone into danger (usually as part of a plot)
- • Something used to lure fish or other animals into danger so they can be trapped or killed verb
- • Lure or entrap with or as if with a decoy
An example sentence would be:
- • "The hunter used a decoy to attract ducks."
- • "The police set up a decoy car to catch the thief."
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| The Guardian Quick09 May 2024 | Down 13 | |
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