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noun • a group that defends a principle • a stronghold into which people could go for shelter during a battle • projecting part of a rampart or other fortification | ||||||||
| 37% | 7 | Vivid sparkler | ||||||
noun • adornment consisting of a small piece of shiny material used to decorate clothing verb • glitter as if covered with spangles • decorate with spangles | ||||||||
| 37% | 8 | Sparkler sizzles | ||||||
noun • a quantity of explosive to be set off at one time | ||||||||
Head Back Holding Sparkler As Defence Crossword Clue
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BASTION which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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BASTION
Updated: October 14, 2023
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