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Flier Gets Overtime Which Is Alarming Crossword Clue
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We've checked our database and believe the answer is
STARTLING which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
STARTLING
Updated: October 14, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "STARTLING" which means:
- adjective satellite
- • So remarkably different or sudden as to cause momentary shock or alarm verb
- • To move suddenly, or be excited, on feeling alarm; to start.
- • To excite by sudden alarm, surprise, or apprehension; to frighten suddenly and not seriously; to alarm; to surprise.
- • To deter; to cause to deviate. noun
- • A startle; a sudden motion or shock. adjective
- • Likely to startle; surprising; shocking.
An example sentence would be:
- • "The startling news of the plane crash left everyone in shock."
- • "The movie had a startling twist that no one saw coming."
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| Source | #Number | Answer |
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| The Guardian Cryptic02 Apr 2013 | Across 12 | |
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