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Delay As Detective Meets The Resistance Crossword Clue
There is 1 exact and 154 possible answers.
We've checked our database and believe the answer is
DITHER which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
DITHER
Updated: December 17, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "DITHER" which means:
- noun
- • An excited state of agitation verb
- • Act nervously; be undecided; be uncertain
- • Make a fuss; be agitated
An example sentence would be:
- • "He dithers about which restaurant to choose for dinner."
- • "She dithered for days before finally deciding on a college major."
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Clue Last Found In...
| Source | #Number | Answer |
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| The Guardian Cryptic24 Nov 2023 | Across 26 | |
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