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Holding Cracked Tureen Crossword Clue

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We've checked our database and believe the answer is TENURE which was last seen in the Telegraph Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is: TENURE

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199%6Exact Match!
240%6 Traditionally served hot in a bowl or tureen
340%6 Soup tureen with a detachable lid

About This Clues Answer

We think the answer is "TENURE" which means:

    noun
  • • The term during which some position is held
  • • The right to hold property; part of an ancient hierarchical system of holding lands
  • verb
  • • Give life-time employment to

An example sentence would be:

  • • "After his long tenure as chairman of the company, he decided to retire."
  • • "The professor received tenure after years of teaching at the university."

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Telegraph Cryptic08 Jan 2024 Across 11
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