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Put Sailors In Vessel They Secure Wheels On Shafts Crossword Clue
There is 1 exact and 161 possible answers.
We've checked our database and believe the answer is
SETSCREWS which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
SETSCREWS
Updated: October 14, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "SETSCREWS" which means:
- noun
- • A screw that is used to adjust the tension on a spring
- • A screw (often without a head) that fits into the boss or hub of a wheel or cam etc. and prevents motion of the part relative to the shaft on which it is mounted
An example sentence would be:
- • "Make sure to tighten the setscrews evenly to avoid imbalance."
- • "The setscrews need to be properly adjusted for the mechanism to work correctly."
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Clue Last Found In...
| Source | #Number | Answer |
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| The Guardian Cryptic10 Jun 2013 | Down 6 | |
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