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Gruff Crossword Clue

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We've checked our database and believe the answer is HOARSE which was last seen in the The Guardian Quick crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is: HOARSE

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We think the answer is "HOARSE" which means:

    adjective satellite
  • • Deep and harsh sounding as if from shouting or illness or emotion
  • adjective
  • • Having a dry, harsh tone to the voice, as a result of a sore throat, age, emotion, etc.

An example sentence would be:

  • • "She had a hoarse voice after shouting at the concert."
  • • "The singer sounded hoarse after performing for two hours straight."

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The Guardian Quick26 Dec 2012 Down 1
New York Times06 Nov 2009 Across 40
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