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We've checked our database and believe the answer is
OVERTAKING which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
OVERTAKING
Updated: October 14, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "OVERTAKING" which means:
- noun
- • Going by something that is moving in order to get in front of it verb
- • To pass a more slowly moving object or entity.
- • To become greater than something else
- • To occur unexpectedly; take by surprise; surprise and overcome; carry away
An example sentence would be:
- • "The car in front of me prevented me from overtaking."
- • "The overtaking maneuver was executed perfectly."
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| Source | #Number | Answer |
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| The Guardian Cryptic29 Apr 2005 | Across 22 | |
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