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Rank | Letters | Answer | Clue | |
1 | 99% | 9 | Exact Match! | |
2 | 53% | 10 | To combine with sulphur; -- said of certain metals or metalloids with sulphur or sulphur compounds. | |
3 | 36% | 12 | Process of treating a substance with sulphur or a sulphur compound | |
Old Name For Sulphur Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "BRIMSTONE" which means:
- noun
- • An old name for sulfur
An example sentence would be:
- • "The smell of brimstone filled the air after the volcanic eruption."
- • "According to mythology, the underworld is filled with brimstone and fire."
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