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It Prevents Rust In Gold Finish To Exotic Metal In Heavy Tap Crossword Clue
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We've checked our database and believe the answer is
INHIBITOR which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
INHIBITOR
Updated: October 14, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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We think the answer is "INHIBITOR" which means:
- noun
- • A substance that retards or stops an activity
An example sentence would be:
- • "The drug acts as an inhibitor to slow down the growth of cancer cells."
- • "A high level of glucose in the blood can be a strong inhibitor for weight loss."
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| The Guardian Cryptic10 May 2016 | Down 6 | |
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