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UPSTAGED which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
UPSTAGED
Updated: October 11, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "UPSTAGED" which means:
- adjective
- • Of the back half of a stage noun
- • The rear part of the stage adverb
- • At or toward the rear of the stage adjective satellite
- • Remote in manner verb
- • Treat snobbishly, put in one's place
- • Move upstage, forcing the other actors to turn away from the audience
- • Steal the show, draw attention to oneself away from someone else
An example sentence would be:
- • "Despite his efforts, the actor was upstaged by the stunning performance of his co-star."
- • "The comedian's opening act was so hilarious that it upstaged the main act."
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| New York Times15 Jul 1994 | Across 53 | |
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