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Means Of Control Crossword Clue
There are 3 exact and 162 possible answers.
We've checked our database and believe the answer is
REINS which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
REINS
Updated: October 11, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "REINS" which means:
- noun
- • One of a pair of long straps (usually connected to the bit or the headpiece) used to control a horse
- • Any means of control verb
- • Control and direct with or as if by reins
- • Stop or slow up one's horse or oneself by or as if by pulling the reins
- • Stop or check by or as if by a pull at the reins
- • Keep in check
An example sentence would be:
- • "He held tightly to the horse's reins."
- • "The cowboy took the reins and rode off into the sunset."
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Clue Last Found In...
| Source | #Number | Answer |
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| New York Times12 Feb 2020 | Across 33 | |
| The Guardian Quick15 Jun 2016 | Across 21 | |
| The Guardian Speedy07 Jun 2015 | Across 22 | |
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