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Difficulty Of Driver Initially Getting Into Gear Crossword Clue
There is 1 exact and 167 possible answers.
We've checked our database and believe the answer is
HARDNESS which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
HARDNESS
Updated: October 14, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "HARDNESS" which means:
- noun
- • The property of being rigid and resistant to pressure; not easily scratched; measured on mohs scale
- • A quality of water that contains dissolved mineral salts that prevent soap from lathering
- • Devoid of passion or feeling; hardheartedness
- • The quality of being difficult to do
- • Excessive sternness
An example sentence would be:
- • "The hardness of the metal makes it difficult to bend."
- • "The diamond's hardness allows it to cut through glass."
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| The Guardian Cryptic04 Jun 2019 | Down 17 | |
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