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Eccentric Journalist Went To Extremes To Cover Up Crossword Clue
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We've checked our database and believe the answer is
WHACKO which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
WHACKO
Updated: October 14, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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We think the answer is "WHACKO" which means:
- noun
- • A person who is regarded as eccentric or mad adjective
- • Amusingly eccentric or irrational.
An example sentence would be:
- • "He's a complete whacko, always saying crazy things."
- • "The new boss is a real whacko; everyone is on edge around him."
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Clue Last Found In...
| Source | #Number | Answer |
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| The Guardian Cryptic29 Sep 2015 | Across 28 | |
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