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noun • United States magician (born in Hungary) famous for his ability to escape from chains or handcuffs or straitjackets or padlocked containers (1874-1926) | ||||||||
| 21% | 4 | Become entangled — become engaged | ||||||
noun • the number of openings per linear inch of a screen; measures size of particles • contact by fitting together • the topology of a network whose components are all connected directly to every other component • an open fabric of string or rope or wire woven together at regular intervals • the act of interlocking or meshing verb • keep engaged • coordinate in such a way that all parts work together effectively • work together in harmony • entangle or catch in (or as if in) a mesh | ||||||||
| 21% | 9 | Become liable to fit (but not to become fit) | ||||||
adjective • incapable of being cured noun • a person whose disease is incurable adjective satellite • unalterable in disposition or habits | ||||||||
He Escaped To Become Famous Crossword Clue
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HOUDINI which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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HOUDINI
Updated: October 14, 2023
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