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1 | 99% | 8 | Exact Match! | |
2 | 42% | 6 | Named after Harpies, Greek mythological creatures | |
3 | 40% | 11 | Named after the Harpies in Greek mythology | |
Harpies Contrived To Take A Point From A Self Righteous Type Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "PHARISEE" which means:
- noun
- • A member of an ancient jewish sect noted for strict obedience to jewish traditions
- • A self-righteous or sanctimonious person
An example sentence would be:
- • "He criticized his neighbor for being a pharisee and always judging others."
- • "She accused her co-worker of being a pharisee because of his double standards."
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The Guardian Cryptic09 Feb 2011 | Across 13 | |
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