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| 2 | 36% | 7 | Open the floodgates | |
| 3 | 36% | 8 | Integral parts of some floodgates and sluices | |
Opened The Floodgates Crossword Clue
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SLUICED which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
SLUICED
Updated: October 10, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "SLUICED" which means:
- noun
- • Conduit that carries a rapid flow of water controlled by a sluicegate verb
- • Pour as if from a sluice
- • Irrigate with water from a sluice
- • Transport in or send down a sluice
- • Draw through a sluice
An example sentence would be:
- • "After finishing his yard work, he sluiced the muddy boots outside."
- • "The heavy rain sluiced down the windows, creating a soothing sound."
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| New York Times02 Feb 1986 | Down 43 | |
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