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Firing Mechanism Crossword Clue
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "TRIGGER" which means:
- noun
- • Lever that activates the firing mechanism of a gun
- • A device that activates or releases or causes something to happen
- • An act that sets in motion some course of events verb
- • Put in motion or move to act
- • Release or pull the trigger on
An example sentence would be:
- • "She pulled the trigger and the gun went off."
- • "The car's engine malfunctioned, causing a trigger of warning lights to turn on."
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The Guardian Quick25 Nov 2006 | Down 15 | |
The Guardian Quick01 Oct 2001 | Down 13 | |
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