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MOONSTONE which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
MOONSTONE
Updated: January 30, 2024 by Nicoli Westwood
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We think the answer is "MOONSTONE" which means:
- noun
- • A transparent or translucent gemstone with a pearly luster; some specimens are orthoclase feldspar and others are plagioclase feldspar
An example sentence would be:
- • "She wore a beautiful necklace with a moonstone pendant."
- • "The moonstone glowed softly in the moonlight."
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| The Guardian Cryptic26 Jan 2024 | Across 24 | |
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