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Normans Like Mother Accepting New Ecclesiastical Benefice Crossword Clue
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COMMENDAM which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
COMMENDAM
Updated: October 14, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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- • "The commendam was given to the priest as a temporary solution while the diocese searched for a permanent replacement."
- • "The bishop granted the commendam to the retired priest who was willing to fill in during the shortage of clergy."
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| The Guardian Cryptic30 Jun 2023 | Down 15 | |
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