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Maltreat Crossword Clue

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We've checked our database and believe the answer is ABUSE which was last seen in the Telegraph Cross Atlantic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is: ABUSE

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97%5Exact Match!
noun

• cruel or inhumane treatment

• a rude expression intended to offend or hurt

• improper or excessive use

verb

• treat badly

• change the inherent purpose or function of something

• use foul or abusive language towards

• use wrongly or improperly or excessively

96%6Exact Match!
noun

• improper or excessive use

verb

• apply to a wrong thing or person; apply badly or incorrectly

• change the inherent purpose or function of something

95%6Exact Match!
verb

• treat badly

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Telegraph Cross Atlantic16 Sep 2024 Down 56
Telegraph Cross Atlantic03 Jul 2024 Across 8
Telegraph Mini29 Oct 2023 Across 6
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