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Healthy Muscle Protects This Gland Crossword Clue
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THYMUS which was last seen in the Telegraph Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
THYMUS
Updated: October 12, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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We think the answer is "THYMUS" which means:
- noun
- • A ductless glandular organ at the base of the neck that produces lymphocytes and aids in producing immunity; atrophies with age
- • Large genus of old world mints: thyme
An example sentence would be:
- • "The thymus is a small organ located in the chest."
- • "The thymus plays a vital role in the development of the immune system."
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