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verb • deprive of freedom; take into confinement • stop or halt • cause to be slowed down or delayed | ||||||||
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noun • bowl-shaped strainer; used to wash or drain foods | ||||||||
Holds For A While Crossword Clue
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DETAINS which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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DETAINS
Updated: October 11, 2023
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