Dictionary Only:
Explicit Words:

Gave Up Fine Were Not Upset Crossword Clue

There is 1 exact and 166 possible answers.
We've checked our database and believe the answer is FOREWENT which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
Check other possible answers below.
We think the answer to this crossword clue is: FOREWENT

Best Possible Answers

Tip: Select a length for advanced search!
RankLettersAnswerClue
199%8Exact Match!
232%9 Item often upset or upset, metaphorically
324%7Gave up - gave in

About This Clues Answer

We think the answer is "FOREWENT" which means:

    verb
  • • Be earlier in time; go back further
  • • Do without or cease to hold or adhere to
  • • Lose (something) or lose the right to (something) by some error, offense, or crime

An example sentence would be:

  • • "I forewent my usual breakfast to save time."
  • • "She forewent her vacation to finish her work."

Users Also Searched For These Clues...

We think you're currently doing a The Guardian Cryptic crossword, and other users also searched for these clues:

I and others going astray in a dozen other answers
In South America, revolutionary movement got US rocket
Line in a statement of obvious selflessness

Clue Last Found In...

Source #Number Answer
The Guardian Cryptic29 Mar 2010 Across 14
This clue was last seen in the publications above.

How's It Work?

Our Data

Our database consists of millions of crossword clues, anagrams, synonyms and more. We have over 9 million crossword clues with answers, 5 million synonyms and over 10 million anagrams. We also keep track of popular crosswords such as the New York Times(NYT) with the dates and answers for your convenience.

Even if we don't have the clue in our database, we can still find the answer for you. Simply filter by number of letters and enter any characters that you know of, and our algorithm will return any matching words or phrases.

Alternatively you can use our Known Letters Finder Tool

Similar Clues

WordDB Icon
WordDB
United Kingdom
Download the WordDB app directly on your home screen for instant access. No App Store necessary, less than 1MB storage, always up-to-date and secure.
1.
Tap on share button
2.
Tap on Add To Home Screenadd button
3.
Find WordDB App Icon on your home screen