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Downer Crossword Clue

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We've checked our database and believe the answer is OPIATE which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is: OPIATE

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We think the answer is "OPIATE" which means:

    noun
  • • A narcotic drug that contains opium or an opium derivative
  • verb
  • • To treat with an opiate drug.
  • adjective
  • • Relating to, resembling, or containing opium.
  • • (pharmaceutical effect) soporific; inducing sleep or sedation.
  • • Deadening; causing apathy or dullness.

An example sentence would be:

  • • "She overdosed on opiates and was rushed to the hospital."
  • • "His addiction to opiates destroyed his life."

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Clue Last Found In...

Source #Number Answer
New York Times06 Jun 2014 Down 28
New York Times15 Nov 2003 Down 12
New York Times24 Nov 1997 Down 17
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