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First Boys To Enter When Teachers Around Could Be Spare Crossword Clue
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We've checked our database and believe the answer is
RIBS which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
RIBS
Updated: October 14, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "RIBS" which means:
- noun
- • Support resembling the rib of an animal
- • Any of the 12 pairs of curved arches of bone extending from the spine to or toward the sternum in humans (and similar bones in most vertebrates)
- • Cut of meat including one or more ribs
- • A teasing remark
- • A riblike supporting or strengthening part of an animal or plant
- • A projecting molding on the underside of a vault or ceiling; may be ornamental or structural verb
- • Form vertical ribs by knitting
- • Subject to laughter or ridicule
An example sentence would be:
- • "I ordered a rack of ribs for dinner."
- • "He broke a few ribs in the car accident."
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Clue Last Found In...
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| The Guardian Cryptic23 Aug 2012 | Down 7 | |
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