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| 2 | 30% | 11 | A large sum of money demanded as a ransom for a captured king | |
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King Captured By Large Ship Crossword Clue
There is 1 exact and 157 possible answers.
We've checked our database and believe the answer is
BRIG which was last seen in the The Guardian Quiptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
BRIG
Updated: October 15, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "BRIG" which means:
- noun
- • Two-masted sailing vessel square-rigged on both masts
- • A penal institution (especially on board a ship)
An example sentence would be:
- • "The prisoner was confined to the brig for the duration of the voyage."
- • "The captain ordered the crew to clean the brig before docking at the port."
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Clue Last Found In...
| Source | #Number | Answer |
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| The Guardian Quiptic26 Jun 2006 | Across 10 | |
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