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Mother Hosting Police Ball Is Upset Just A Bit Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "MODICUM" which means:
- noun
- • A small or moderate or token amount
An example sentence would be:
- • "He only had a modicum of interest in the subject."
- • "She had a modicum of talent for playing the piano."
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