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Rank | Letters | Answer | Clue | |
1 | 99% | 10 | Exact Match! | |
2 | 41% | 9 | Parasols | |
3 | 34% | 9 | Historically used in umbrellas and parasols | |
Parasols Purpose Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "PROTECTION" which means:
- noun
- • The activity of protecting someone or something
- • A covering that is intend to protect from damage or injury
- • Defense against financial failure; financial independence
- • The condition of being protected
- • Kindly endorsement and guidance
- • The imposition of duties or quotas on imports in order to protect domestic industry against foreign competition
- • Payment extorted by gangsters on threat of violence
An example sentence would be:
- • "He wore a helmet for protection while riding his bike."
- • "The castle was surrounded by a wall for extra protection."
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New York Times28 Jul 1986 | Down 6 | |
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