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Overruns Crossword Clue
There are 7 exact and 21 possible answers.
We've checked our database and believe the answer is
INFESTS which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
INFESTS
Updated: October 11, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "INFESTS" which means:
- verb
- • Invade in great numbers
- • Occupy in large numbers or live on a host
- • Live on or in a host, as of parasites
An example sentence would be:
- • "A swarm of mosquitoes infests the swamps during the summer."
- • "An outbreak of lice infests the school, requiring thorough cleaning."
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Clue Last Found In...
| Source | #Number | Answer |
|---|---|---|
| New York Times11 Feb 2021 | Down 9 | |
| New York Times01 Dec 2019 | Down 8 | |
| New York Times01 Jul 2011 | Across 68 | |
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