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Marriage Or Adoption Crossword Clue
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We've checked our database and believe the answer is
ESPOUSAL which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
ESPOUSAL
Updated: October 14, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "ESPOUSAL" which means:
- noun
- • Archaic terms for a wedding or wedding feast
- • The act of becoming betrothed or engaged
- • The act of accepting with approval; favorable reception
An example sentence would be:
- • "Their espousal was a small and intimate ceremony with only close friends and family."
- • "The couple announced their espousal in a local newspaper."
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Clue Last Found In...
| Source | #Number | Answer |
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| The Guardian Cryptic25 Jun 2012 | Across 13 | |
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