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Metaphorical Crossword Clue
There are 6 exact and 269 possible answers.
We've checked our database and believe the answer is
FIGURATIVE which was last seen in the The Guardian Quick crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
FIGURATIVE
Updated: October 13, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "FIGURATIVE" which means:
- adjective
- • (used of the meanings of words or text) not literal; using figures of speech adjective satellite
- • Consisting of or forming human or animal figures
An example sentence would be:
- • "She used figurative language to describe the sunset."
- • "The statue had a figurative representation of justice."
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Clue Last Found In...
| Source | #Number | Answer |
|---|---|---|
| The Guardian Quick08 Jan 2000 | Across 1 | |
| New York Times15 Dec 1984 | Across 58 | |
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