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| 3 | 32% | 8 | Vertical descent using rope and harness | |
Descent Using Rope Perhaps Taking Time Crossword Clue
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We've checked our database and believe the answer is
LINEAGE which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
LINEAGE
Updated: October 14, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "LINEAGE" which means:
- noun
- • The hereditary derivation of an individual
- • The kinship relation between an individual and the individual's progenitors
- • The number of lines in a piece of printed material
- • A rate of payment for written material that is measured according to the number of lines submitted
- • Inherited properties shared with others of your bloodline
An example sentence would be:
- • "He is proud of his noble lineage."
- • "The queen's lineage can be traced back to ancient times."
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| The Guardian Cryptic09 Mar 2016 | Down 5 | |
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