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Less Tight Crossword Clue
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LOOSER which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
LOOSER
Updated: October 10, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "LOOSER" which means:
- noun
- • Austrian architect (1870-1933) adjective
- • Not fixed in place tightly or firmly.
- • Not held or packaged together.
- • Not under control.
- • Not fitting closely
- • Not compact.
- • Relaxed.
- • Not precise or exact; vague; indeterminate.
- • Indiscreet.
- • (somewhat dated) free from moral restraint; immoral, unchaste.
- • Not being in the possession of any competing team during a game.
- • Not costive; having lax bowels.
An example sentence would be:
- • "He couldn't handle the pressure and ended up being the looser in the competition."
- • "She has always been a sore looser and never takes defeat well."
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Clue Last Found In...
| Source | #Number | Answer |
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| New York Times21 Dec 1990 | Across 35 | |
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