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Old Boundary Within Home Territory Crossword Clue
There is 1 exact and 139 possible answers.
We've checked our database and believe the answer is
METE which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
METE
Updated: October 14, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "METE" which means:
- noun
- • A line that indicates a boundary verb
- • To measure.
- • (usually with “out”) to dispense, measure (out), allot (especially punishment, reward etc.). adjective
- • Suitable; right; proper.
An example sentence would be:
- • "She carefully metes out portions of food to each person."
- • "The judge will mete out a fair sentence to the criminal."
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| The Guardian Cryptic10 Mar 2017 | Down 3 | |
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