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Folklore Heavies Crossword Clue
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We've checked our database and believe the answer is
OGRES which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
OGRES
Updated: October 10, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "OGRES" which means:
- noun
- • A cruel wicked and inhuman person
- • (folklore) a giant who likes to eat human beings
An example sentence would be:
- • "In fairy tales, ogres are portrayed as villains who terrorize villages."
- • "The ogres in the story had a taste for human flesh."
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| Source | #Number | Answer |
|---|---|---|
| New York Times28 Oct 1993 | Down 48 | |
| New York Times05 Jul 1992 | Across 66 | |
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