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Fruitless Crossword Clue

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adjective satellite

• characteristic of false pride; having an exaggerated sense of self-importance

• unproductive of success

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adjective satellite

• failing to accomplish an intended result

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adjective

• not in action or at work

noun

• the state of an engine or other mechanism that is idling

adjective satellite

• without a basis in reason or fact

• not in active use

• silly or trivial

• lacking a sense of restraint or responsibility

• not yielding a return

• not having a job

verb

• run disconnected or idle

• be idle; exist in a changeless situation

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Clue Last Found In...

Source #Number Answer
New York Times01 May 2020 Down 24
The Guardian Quick21 Sep 2011 Across 16
New York Times04 Aug 2006 Down 30
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