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It May Be Used To Obtain A Purchase Crossword Clue
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We've checked our database and believe the answer is
LEVER which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
LEVER
Updated: October 14, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "LEVER" which means:
- noun
- • A rigid bar pivoted about a fulcrum
- • A simple machine that gives a mechanical advantage when given a fulcrum
- • A flat metal tumbler in a lever lock verb
- • To move or force, especially in an effort to get something open adverb
- • Rather.
An example sentence would be:
- • "He pulled the lever to start the engine."
- • "She used a lever to lift the heavy box."
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| The Guardian Cryptic09 May 2016 | Down 23 | |
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