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Frighten Off Crossword Clue

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We've checked our database and believe the answer is DETER which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is: DETER

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295%9Exact Match!
390%10 Dissuade

About This Clues Answer

We think the answer is "DETER" which means:

    verb
  • • Try to prevent; show opposition to
  • • Turn away from by persuasion

An example sentence would be:

  • • "I hope this will deter him from stealing again."
  • • "The high price of the tickets did not deter people from attending the concert."

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Clue Last Found In...

Source #Number Answer
New York Times19 Nov 2018 Across 61
The Guardian Quick25 Nov 2008 Across 23
New York Times12 Oct 1998 Across 61
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