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Gain Nothing In This Quarter Be Selective Crossword Clue
There is 1 exact and 159 possible answers.
We've checked our database and believe the answer is
WINNOW which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
WINNOW
Updated: October 14, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "WINNOW" which means:
- noun
- • The act of separating grain from chaff verb
- • Separate the chaff from grain by using air currents
- • Blow on
- • Select desirable parts from a group or list
- • Blow away or off with a current of air
An example sentence would be:
- • "She winnowed the wheat to separate the grain from the chaff."
- • "He used a fan to winnow the rice and remove any impurities."
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Clue Last Found In...
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| The Guardian Cryptic10 Jun 2022 | Down 3 | |
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