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Fiction Genre Crossword Clue
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We've checked our database and believe the answer is
CRIME which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
CRIME
Updated: October 11, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "CRIME" which means:
- noun
- • (criminal law) an act punishable by law; usually considered an evil act
- • An evil act not necessarily punishable by law verb
- • To subject to disciplinary punishment.
- • To commit crime(s).
An example sentence would be:
- • "He was arrested for committing a crime."
- • "Gang violence is a serious crime."
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Clue Last Found In...
| Source | #Number | Answer |
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| New York Times15 Jun 2014 | Down 8 | |
| New York Times05 Feb 2002 | Down 32 | |
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