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1 | 99% | 4 | Exact Match! | |
2 | 33% | 8 | Remnants left after sharpening a pencil | |
3 | 22% | 4 | Remnants | |
Pencil Remnants Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "NUBS" 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:
- • "She clipped off the nubs of the broken pencils."
- • "The dog gnawed on the nubs of his chew toy."
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