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Lack Of Action But In Time It Turns Up Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "INERTIA" which means:
- noun
- • A disposition to remain inactive or inert
- • (physics) the tendency of a body to maintain its state of rest or uniform motion unless acted upon by an external force
An example sentence would be:
- • "The car kept moving forward due to its inertia."
- • "She struggled to overcome her inertia and start exercising."
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The Guardian Cryptic14 Apr 2003 | Down 19 | |
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7 | Many a dairymaid turns for lack of help
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