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It Speeds Up Flights Crossword Clue
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We've checked our database and believe the answer is
TAILWIND which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
TAILWIND
Updated: October 11, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "TAILWIND" which means:
- noun
- • Wind blowing in the same direction as the path of a ship or aircraft verb
- • Of wind, to blow on a windmill or wind turbine in such a way that wind pressure is exerted on the wrong side of the sail or turbine assembly.
An example sentence would be:
- • "Our plane had a strong tailwind, so we arrived at our destination ahead of schedule."
- • "The cyclist enjoyed the tailwind as it helped him ride faster."
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| New York Times10 Jul 2002 | Down 39 | |
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