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| 2 | 23% | 12 | To detach (oneself) – is a Scots idea (anag) | |
| 3 | 23% | 3 | Detach by leverage | |
Detach Gradually From Crossword Clue
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WEAN which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
WEAN
Updated: October 11, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "WEAN" which means:
- verb
- • Gradually deprive (infants and young mammals) of mother's milk
- • Detach the affections of
An example sentence would be:
- • "It can be difficult to wean a child off their favorite toy."
- • "We need to wean ourselves off our dependence on fossil fuels."
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| Source | #Number | Answer |
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| New York Times21 Sep 2016 | Across 39 | |
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