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Punishing Crossword Clue
There are 2 exact and 112 possible answers.
We've checked our database and believe the answer is
ARDUOUS which was last seen in the The Guardian Quick crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
ARDUOUS
Updated: October 13, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "ARDUOUS" which means:
- adjective satellite
- • Characterized by effort to the point of exhaustion; especially physical effort
- • Taxing to the utmost; testing powers of endurance
- • Difficult to accomplish; demanding considerable mental effort and skill adjective
- • Needing or using up much energy; testing powers of endurance.
- • Burning; ardent
- • Difficult or exhausting to traverse.
An example sentence would be:
- • "Climbing mount everest is an arduous task."
- • "Running a marathon requires arduous training."
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| The Guardian Quick05 May 2008 | Down 4 | |
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