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1 | 97% | 8 | Exact Match! | |
2 | 90% | 10 | A person's ancestor | |
3 | 90% | 10 | Female ancestor | |
Forebear Crossword Clue
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "ANCESTOR" which means:
- noun
- • Someone from whom you are descended (but usually more remote than a grandparent) verb
- • To be an ancestor of.
An example sentence would be:
- • "My ancestors emigrated from ireland in the 19th century."
- • "I feel a deep connection to my ancestors and their traditions."
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The Guardian Quick02 Apr 2021 | Across 18 | |
The Guardian Quick13 Feb 2018 | Across 12 | |
The Guardian Quick11 Jun 2012 | Down 2 | |
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