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Fragments From Exploded Shell Crossword Clue

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We've checked our database and believe the answer is SHRAPNEL which was last seen in the The Guardian Quick crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is: SHRAPNEL

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199%8Exact Match!
239%6Exploded into fragments
339%9Fragments of exploded shells

About This Clues Answer

We think the answer is "SHRAPNEL" which means:

    noun
  • • Shell containing lead pellets that explodes in flight

An example sentence would be:

  • • "The soldier was struck by shrapnel during the explosion."
  • • "The bomb blast sent shrapnel flying in all directions."

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The Guardian Quick30 May 2005 Down 11
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