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Duke Heading Off Rebellion With Transfer Of Authority Crossword Clue

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We've checked our database and believe the answer is DEVOLUTION which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is: DEVOLUTION

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199%10Exact Match!
236%14 Collaborated with Duke Ellington on the album 'Ella at Duke's Place'
334%10 Transmission of heat from cold source of water heading off, lots here heading off

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We think the answer is "DEVOLUTION" which means:

    noun
  • • The process of declining from a higher to a lower level of effective power or vitality or essential quality
  • • The delegation of authority (especially from a central to a regional government)

An example sentence would be:

  • • "The devolution of power to local councils has been a key policy of the current government."
  • • "The devolution of responsibilities within the organization has led to greater efficiency."

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The Guardian Cryptic13 Jun 2002 Down 12
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