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Fear Of The First Mistake Crossword Clue
There is 1 exact and 121 possible answers.
We've checked our database and believe the answer is
TERROR which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
TERROR
Updated: October 14, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "TERROR" which means:
- noun
- • An overwhelming feeling of fear and anxiety
- • A person who inspires fear or dread
- • A very troublesome child
- • The use of extreme fear in order to coerce people (especially for political reasons)
An example sentence would be:
- • "The children were gripped with terror as the monster approached."
- • "The terrorist attack left a trail of death and terror."
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Clue Last Found In...
| Source | #Number | Answer |
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| The Guardian Cryptic16 Mar 2004 | Across 17 | |
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