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Fastened Up But Gave Way Crossword Clue

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noun

• fastener that fastens together two ends of a belt or strap; often has loose prong

• a shape distorted by twisting or folding

verb

• fasten with a buckle or buckles

• fold or collapse

• bend out of shape, as under pressure or from heat

26%10Fastened, in a way
adjective satellite

• (British colloquial) not inclined to conversation

• conservative in professional manner

26%5Fastened, in a way
adjective

• closed with a lace

adjective satellite

• edged or streaked with color

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The Guardian Cryptic30 May 2005 Across 22
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Fastened up - gave way
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Gave up - gave in
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The action of a belt giving way and becoming fastened again due to excessive tension

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