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Pounces Upon Crossword Clue
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SWOOPS which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
SWOOPS
Updated: October 10, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "SWOOPS" which means:
- noun
- • (music) rapid sliding up or down the musical scale
- • A very rapid raid
- • A swift descent through the air verb
- • Move down on as if in an attack
- • Move with a sweep, or in a swooping arc
- • Seize or catch with a swooping motion
An example sentence would be:
- • "The bird swoops down from the tree to catch its prey."
- • "The eagle swoops gracefully through the sky."
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| Source | #Number | Answer |
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| New York Times10 Apr 1983 | Down 54 | |
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