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Fine Given By Recorder Who Would Prefer Harsher Punishment Crossword Clue
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FLOGGER which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
FLOGGER
Updated: October 14, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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We think the answer is "FLOGGER" which means:
- noun
- • A torturer who flogs or scourges (especially an official whose duty is to whip offenders)
An example sentence would be:
- • "He used a flogger to clean the dust off the furniture."
- • "The dominatrix picked up her flogger and prepared to use it."
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