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Finally Blue Pencil Ie B_____ D__ And Worse Possibly Crossword Clue
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We've checked our database and believe the answer is
BOWDLERISE which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
BOWDLERISE
Updated: April 10, 2024 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "BOWDLERISE" which means:
- verb
- • Edit by omitting or modifying parts considered indelicate
An example sentence would be:
- • "The editor decided to bowdlerise the controversial scene from the movie."
- • "The classic novel had been bowdlerised to make it suitable for young readers."
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| The Guardian Cryptic26 Mar 2024 | Across 22 | |
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