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| 2 | 42% | 6 | To gloss over or excuse; excuse or cover up (an offense, error, etc.) | |
| 3 | 32% | 5 | Open a box, maybe | |
Excuse A Little Colour Without Energy Maybe On Box Crossword Clue
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We've checked our database and believe the answer is
PLEATING which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
PLEATING
Updated: October 14, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "PLEATING" which means:
- noun
- • The act of folding in parallel folds verb
- • To form one or more pleats in a piece of fabric or a garment.
- • To plait.
An example sentence would be:
- • "She spent hours pleating the fabric to create intricate folds."
- • "The dress had beautiful pleating along the bodice."
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| Source | #Number | Answer |
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| The Guardian Cryptic23 Feb 2012 | Across 24 | |
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