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PENURY which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
PENURY
Updated: October 14, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "PENURY" which means:
- noun
- • A state of extreme poverty or destitution
An example sentence would be:
- • "The family's long-term unemployment led to penury."
- • "The novel portrays the protagonist's struggle to escape penury."
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| Source | #Number | Answer |
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| The Guardian Cryptic11 Apr 2022 | Down 20 | |
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