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1 | 99% | 6 | Exact Match! | |
2 | 32% | 7 | A dread, nightmare, or cause of dread | |
3 | 29% | 13 | A fault that exhibits both dip-slip and strike-slip movement | |
Dread The First Slip Up Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "TERROR" which means:
- noun
- • An overwhelming feeling of fear and anxiety
- • A person who inspires fear or dread
- • A very troublesome child
- • The use of extreme fear in order to coerce people (especially for political reasons)
An example sentence would be:
- • "The children were gripped with terror as the monster approached."
- • "The terrorist attack left a trail of death and terror."
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The Guardian Cryptic26 Mar 2010 | Across 10 | |
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