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Oil Taps Failed Given Wind Force At Sea Crossword Clue
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TOPSAIL which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
TOPSAIL
Updated: October 14, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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We think the answer is "TOPSAIL" which means:
- noun
- • A sail (or either of a pair of sails) immediately above the lowermost sail of a mast and supported by a topmast
An example sentence would be:
- • "The captain ordered the crew to hoist the topsail."
- • "The storm tore through the ship's topsail."
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| The Guardian Cryptic28 Oct 2010 | Across 25 | |
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