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Engagement In The Air Crossword Clue
There is 1 exact and 132 possible answers.
We've checked our database and believe the answer is
DOGFIGHT which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
DOGFIGHT
Updated: October 14, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "DOGFIGHT" which means:
- noun
- • A fiercely disputed contest
- • Disorderly fighting
- • An aerial engagement between fighter planes
- • A violent fight between dogs (sometimes organized illegally for entertainment and gambling) verb
- • Arrange for an illegal dogfight
- • Engage in an aerial battle with another fighter plane
An example sentence would be:
- • "The two fighter pilots engaged in a thrilling dogfight over the ocean."
- • "During world war i, dogfights were a common occurrence in the skies."
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Clue Last Found In...
| Source | #Number | Answer |
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| The Guardian Cryptic03 Jan 2020 | Down 8 | |
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