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Opposition Chiefly To Bench Aid Was Misplaced Crossword Clue
There is 1 exact and 168 possible answers.
We've checked our database and believe the answer is
SHADOW which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
SHADOW
Updated: October 14, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "SHADOW" which means:
- noun
- • Shade within clear boundaries
- • An unilluminated area
- • Something existing in perception only
- • A premonition of something adverse
- • An indication that something has been present
- • Refuge from danger or observation
- • A dominating and pervasive presence
- • A spy employed to follow someone and report their movements
- • An inseparable companion verb
- • Follow, usually without the person's knowledge
- • Cast a shadow over
- • Make appear small by comparison adjective
- • Unofficial, informal, unauthorized, but acting as though it were.
- • Having power or influence, but not widely known or recognized.
- • Acting in a leadership role before being formally recognized.
- • Part of, or related to, the opposition in government.
An example sentence would be:
- • "I saw his shadow on the wall."
- • "The shadow of the tree created a cool spot to sit."
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| The Guardian Cryptic02 Feb 2018 | Down 7 | |
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