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Explosive Liquid Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "NITRO" which means:
- noun
- • The univalent no2 functional group.
- • Nitroglycerin, especially as medication.
- • A beer that is nitrogenated to give it a more creamy head.
- • Nitromethane.
- • Nitrogen, especially as liquid nitrogen. adjective
- • Containing the nitro group; such compounds tend to be unstable and often explosive
An example sentence would be:
- • "He added nitro to the fuel to boost the car's speed."
- • "The doctor used nitro to open up the patient's blocked artery."
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New York Times12 Mar 1995 | Across 28 | |
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