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| 99% | 6 | Exact Match! | ||||||
noun • the first event in a series • a person who unfastens or unwraps or opens • a hand tool used for opening sealed containers (bottles or cans) | ||||||||
| 26% | 8 | The preface to the Quran | ||||||
noun • the first or opening sura of the Quran which is the central prayer of Islam and is used on all special occasions as well as during the five daily prayers | ||||||||
| 26% | 11 | Serving as an introduction or preface with blessings | ||||||
adjective • expressing benediction | ||||||||
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OPENER which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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OPENER
Updated: March 11, 2025
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6 | Serving as an introduction or preface with blessings | |
7 | The preface to the Quran |
