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Movable Spanner Crossword Clue
There is 1 exact and 123 possible answers.
We've checked our database and believe the answer is
DRAWBRIDGE which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
DRAWBRIDGE
Updated: October 14, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "DRAWBRIDGE" which means:
- noun
- • A bridge that can be raised to block passage or to allow boats or ships to pass beneath it
An example sentence would be:
- • "The drawbridge was raised to allow the ship to pass through."
- • "Tourists gathered to watch the drawbridge being lifted."
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Clue Last Found In...
| Source | #Number | Answer |
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| The Guardian Cryptic12 Oct 2009 | Across 11 | |
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