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Means Of Controlling A Horse Crossword Clue
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We've checked our database and believe the answer is
REINS which was last seen in the The Guardian Quick crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
REINS
Updated: October 13, 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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