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| 2 | 42% | 12 | Abstaining or abstaining from indulgence in something | |
| 3 | 40% | 9 | Abstaining from worldly pleasures | |
One Abstaining From Worldly Comforts Crossword Clue
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We've checked our database and believe the answer is
ASCETIC which was last seen in the The Guardian Quick crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
ASCETIC
Updated: October 13, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "ASCETIC" which means:
- adjective
- • Pertaining to or characteristic of an ascetic or the practice of rigorous self-discipline noun
- • Someone who practices self denial as a spiritual discipline adjective satellite
- • Practicing great self-denial
An example sentence would be:
- • "He adopted an ascetic lifestyle, living in a small, bare room."
- • "The ascetic monk wore simple robes and owned only a few possessions."
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| Source | #Number | Answer |
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| The Guardian Quick22 May 2002 | Across 10 | |
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