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More Miserly Crossword Clue
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TIGHTER which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
TIGHTER
Updated: October 10, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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We think the answer is "TIGHTER" which means:
- adjective
- • Closely constrained or constricted or constricting
- • Of such close construction as to be impermeable adverb
- • Firmly or closely
- • In an attentive manner adjective satellite
- • Pulled or drawn tight
- • Set so close together as to be invulnerable to penetration
- • Pressed tightly together
- • (used of persons or behavior) characterized by or indicative of lack of generosity
- • Affected by scarcity and expensive to borrow
- • Of textiles
- • Securely or solidly fixed in place; rigid
- • (of a contest or contestants) evenly matched
- • Very drunk
- • Exasperatingly difficult to handle or circumvent
- • Demanding strict attention to rules and procedures
- • Packed closely together noun
- • A ribbon or string used to draw clothes closer; a tightener.
An example sentence would be:
- • "She tied the rope tighter to secure the package."
- • "His grip around the handle of the sword grew tighter."
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Clue Last Found In...
| Source | #Number | Answer |
|---|---|---|
| New York Times24 Oct 1986 | Across 44 | |
| New York Times27 Aug 1979 | Down 48 | |
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