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2 | 24% | 8 | Extreme physical pain inflicted as punishment or punishment | |
3 | 20% | 11 | Official who administers capital punishment | |
Official Makes Punishment Work Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "LINESMAN" which means:
- noun
- • Official (in tennis, soccer, football, etc.) who assists the referee in some way (especially by watching for out of bounds or offside)
- • A person who installs or repairs electrical or telephone lines
An example sentence would be:
- • "The linesman raised his flag to signal an offside."
- • "The referee consulted with the linesman before making the final decision."
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The Guardian Cryptic27 Apr 2007 | Across 25 | |
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