One That Would Be A Drawback To The Commanding Officer Crossword Clue

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Updated: October 14, 2023

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	99%	6		Exact Match!
	noun • a person who shows fear or timidity • English dramatist and actor and composer noted for his witty and sophisticated comedies (1899-1973)
	38%	8		A ship carrying the flag officer and commanding officer of a fleet
	noun • the chief one of a related group • the ship that carries the commander of a fleet and flies his flag
	38%	8		A staff officer of high rank assisting a commanding officer
	noun • an English barrister of the highest rank

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The Guardian Cryptic23 Nov 2015	Down 20
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