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noun • (Greek mythology) a wicked king and son of Zeus; condemned in Hades to stand in water that receded when he tried to drink and beneath fruit that receded when he reached for it | ||||||||
| 34% | 12 | Got involved where one wasn't wanted | ||||||
verb • To mix, mingle together. • To get mixed up (with). • To butt in, to interfere in or with. | ||||||||
| 34% | 7 | Got involved where you're not wanted | ||||||
verb • intrude in other people's affairs or business; interfere unwantedly | ||||||||
Mythical King Who Never Quite Got What He Wanted Crossword Clue
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TANTALUS which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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TANTALUS
Updated: October 14, 2023
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