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noun • an imaginary monster used to frighten children | ||||||||
| 49% | 7 | Imaginary beings used to frighten misbehaving children | ||||||
noun • A menacing, ghost-like monster in children's stories. • (by extension) Any make-believe threat, especially one used to intimidate or distract. | ||||||||
| 40% | 7 | A boogeyman or imaginary monster used to frighten people | ||||||
noun • an imaginary monster used to frighten children • an object of dread or apprehension | ||||||||
Imaginary Evil Spirit Used To Frighten Children Crossword Clue
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BOGEYMAN which was last seen in the The Guardian Quick crossword.
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BOGEYMAN
Updated: October 13, 2023
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