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Gradually Chip Away Tons In A Space Of Time Crossword Clue
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We've checked our database and believe the answer is
WHITTLE which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
WHITTLE
Updated: October 14, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "WHITTLE" which means:
- noun
- • English aeronautical engineer who invented the jet aircraft engine (1907-1996) verb
- • Cut small bits or pare shavings from
An example sentence would be:
- • "The old man would often whittle away the time by carving intricate patterns on walking sticks."
- • "She carefully whittled the sharp end of the stick to create a makeshift spear."
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| The Guardian Cryptic04 Aug 2017 | Across 13 | |
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