Provide Inspiration For Puzzle Crossword Clue

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We've checked our database and believe the answer is BEMUSE which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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Updated: October 14, 2023

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	99%	6		Exact Match!
	verb • cause to be confused emotionally
	24%	8		Provide base, where entry of new leader would provide emphasis
	verb • be or form the base for • lie underneath
	24%	10		Puzzle that involves transforming a word puzzle into a numerical equation
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The Guardian Cryptic19 Oct 2009	Across 1
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