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New Net Cord Starts Tight Crossword Clue

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We've checked our database and believe the answer is STRINGENT which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is: STRINGENT

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199%9Exact Match!
230%10 A cord with net design­ed to be tough
330%4Tight interlacing of cord, string etc

About This Clues Answer

We think the answer is "STRINGENT" which means:

    adjective satellite
  • • Demanding strict attention to rules and procedures
  • adjective
  • • Strict; binding strongly; making strict requirements; restrictive; rigid; severe

An example sentence would be:

  • • "He imposed stringent rules on his employees in order to maintain a productive work environment."
  • • "The school has a stringent policy on tardiness and absences."

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The Guardian Cryptic28 Apr 2014 Across 19
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