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Gloomy Start To The Music Crossword Clue
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "DOWNBEAT" which means:
- noun
- • The first beat of a musical measure (as the conductor's arm moves downward) adjective
- • Sad or pessimistic.
- • Cautiously optimistic.
An example sentence would be:
- • "The conductor signaled the downbeat and the musicians began playing."
- • "After the downbeat, the band launched into an energetic performance."
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The Guardian Cryptic04 Nov 2002 | Across 27 | |
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