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Old Ships Once Used As Prisons Crossword Clue
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We've checked our database and believe the answer is
HULKS which was last seen in the The Guardian Quick crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
HULKS
Updated: October 13, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "HULKS" which means:
- noun
- • A very large person; impressive in size or qualities
- • A ship that has been wrecked and abandoned verb
- • Appear very large or occupy a commanding position
An example sentence would be:
- • "The hulks of abandoned ships littered the coastline."
- • "The hulks of cars sat rusting in the junkyard."
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The Guardian Quick18 Mar 2015 | Across 11 | |
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