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Gritty French Writer Crossword Clue
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We've checked our database and believe the answer is
SAND which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
SAND
Updated: October 14, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "SAND" which means:
- noun
- • French writer known for works concerning women's rights and independence (1804-1876)
- • A loose material consisting of grains of rock or coral
- • Fortitude and determination verb
- • Rub with sandpaper adjective
- • Of a light beige colour, like that of typical sand.
An example sentence would be:
- • "I love walking barefoot on the warm sand."
- • "The sand at this beach is so fine and white."
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| Source | #Number | Answer |
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| The Guardian Cryptic13 Aug 2018 | Across 15 | |
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