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| 2 | 30% | 7 | French dramatist born in 1868 | |
| 3 | 29% | 11 | Adopting French characteristics into a non-French piece | |
Discouragement Of French Dramatist Adopting Recipe Crossword Clue
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We've checked our database and believe the answer is
DETERRENCE which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
DETERRENCE
Updated: October 14, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "DETERRENCE" which means:
- noun
- • A negative motivational influence
- • A communication that makes you afraid to try something
- • The act or process of discouraging actions or preventing occurrences by instilling fear or doubt or anxiety
An example sentence would be:
- • "The presence of armed guards at the bank serves as a deterrence to potential thieves."
- • "The country's strong military is an effective deterrence against foreign aggression."
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| The Guardian Cryptic09 Mar 2012 | Down 12 | |
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