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Less Polished Crossword Clue

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We think the answer is "CRUDER" which means:

    adjective
  • • Not refined or processed
  • noun
  • • A dark oil consisting mainly of hydrocarbons
  • adjective satellite
  • • Not carefully or expertly made
  • • Conspicuously and tastelessly indecent
  • • Belonging to an early stage of technical development; characterized by simplicity and (often) crudeness
  • • Devoid of any qualifications or disguise or adornment
  • • Not processed or subjected to analysis

An example sentence would be:

  • • "The cruder version of the painting lacked the intricate details."
  • • "His cruder sense of humor often offended others."

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New York Times26 Mar 1989 Across 31
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