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Prevent From Escaping Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "TRAP" which means:
- noun
- • A device in which something (usually an animal) can be caught and penned
- • Drain consisting of a u-shaped section of drainpipe that holds liquid and so prevents a return flow of sewer gas
- • Something (often something deceptively attractive) that catches you unawares
- • A device to hurl clay pigeons into the air for trapshooters
- • The act of concealing yourself and lying in wait to attack by surprise
- • Informal terms for the mouth
- • A light two-wheeled carriage
- • A hazard on a golf course verb
- • Place in a confining or embarrassing position
- • Catch in or as if in a trap
- • Hold or catch as if in a trap
- • To hold fast or prevent from moving
- • To sell marijuana on a street corner
An example sentence would be:
- • "He fell into a deep pitfall trap while hiking in the forest."
- • "The hunters set up traps to catch wild boars."
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New York Times Mini10 Feb 2019 | Down 4 | |
New York Times17 Dec 2006 | Across 47 | |
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