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verb • put out, as of a candle or a light • wet thoroughly • dip into a liquid • immerse briefly into a liquid so as to wet, coat, or saturate • lower quickly • slacken • cover with liquid; pour liquid onto | ||||||||
| 28% | 10 | Perform on flat surface and perform in the opposite direction | ||||||
verb • act in opposition to • oppose or check by a counteraction • oppose and mitigate the effects of by contrary actions • destroy property or hinder normal operations | ||||||||
| 26% | 14 | The purpose is to put out the flame of a candle | ||||||
noun • an implement with a small cup at the end of a handle; used to extinguish the flame of a candle | ||||||||
Put Out To Perform On Purpose Crossword Clue
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DOUSE which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
DOUSE
Updated: October 14, 2023
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