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Rank | Letters | Answer | Clue | |
1 | 99% | 7 | Exact Match! | |
2 | 28% | 5 | One who takes, takes, takes | |
3 | 28% | 9 | Its name means 'fool's gold' in German | |
Fool Takes On Leading German It Shouldnt Last Long Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "STOPGAP" which means:
- noun
- • Something contrived to meet an urgent need or emergency adjective
- • Filling a gap or pause.
- • Temporary; short-term.
An example sentence would be:
- • "The government implemented a stopgap measure to address the urgent financial crisis."
- • "The temporary hiring of contractors was intended as a stopgap solution to the staffing shortage."
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The Guardian Cryptic07 May 2024 | Across 21 | |
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