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| 3 | 25% | 7 | Shape of a pencil lead end | |
Pencil At The End Of Its Life Crossword Clue
There is 1 exact and 131 possible answers.
We've checked our database and believe the answer is
NUB which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
NUB
Updated: October 11, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "NUB" which means:
- noun
- • A small lump or protuberance
- • A small piece
- • The choicest or most essential or most vital part of some idea or experience
An example sentence would be:
- • "He broke off the nub of the pencil."
- • "The dog chewed on the nub of the bone."
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| New York Times19 May 2020 | Across 28 | |
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