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noun • an imaginary monster used to frighten children • an object of dread or apprehension | ||||||||
| 48% | 7 | Monsters that come out at night to scare children | ||||||
noun • A menacing, ghost-like monster in children's stories. • (by extension) Any make-believe threat, especially one used to intimidate or distract. | ||||||||
| 44% | 10 | Imaginary creatures that scare children | ||||||
noun • (folklore) a small grotesque supernatural creature that makes trouble for human beings • an object of dread or apprehension | ||||||||
Imaginary Monsters Used To Scare Children Crossword Clue
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BUGBEARS which was last seen in the The Guardian Quick crossword.
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BUGBEARS
Updated: October 13, 2023
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