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Holds Sway Good To Assume Means Of Control Crossword Clue
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We've checked our database and believe the answer is
REIGNS which was last seen in the The Guardian Everyman crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
REIGNS
Updated: January 4, 2024 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "REIGNS" which means:
- noun
- • A period during which something or somebody is dominant or powerful
- • The period during which a monarch is sovereign
- • Royal authority; the dominion of a monarch verb
- • Have sovereign power
- • Be larger in number, quantity, power, status or importance
An example sentence would be:
- • "During his reigns, he implemented numerous reforms in the education sector."
- • "The queen's reigns were marked by economic growth and political stability."
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| The Guardian Everyman14 May 2023 | Across 9 | |
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1 | Assume control
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3 | Holds sway
The Guardian Speedy -
12 Jul 2015 | The Guardian Speedy / 12 Jul 2015 |
4 | One who holds sway and effects government
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30 Jul 2017 | The Guardian Speedy / 30 Jul 2017 |
5 | Person who holds sway over others' choices | |
6 | Take ___ (assume control)
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11 Mar 1980 | New York Times / 11 Mar 1980 |
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31 May 1977 | New York Times / 31 May 1977 |
