Puzzle From Mischievous Child Given Tremendous Backing Crossword Clue

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We've checked our database and believe the answer is BAFFLE which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is: BAFFLE

Updated: October 14, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood

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Rank		Letters	Answer	Clue
1	99%	6		Exact Match!
2	30%	15		Child's child's child
3	30%	13		Progeny's child's child's child

About This Clues Answer

We think the answer is "BAFFLE" which means:

noun

• A flat plate that controls or directs the flow of fluid or energy

verb

• Be a mystery or bewildering to
• Hinder or prevent (the efforts, plans, or desires) of
• Restrain the emission of (sound, fluid, etc.)

An example sentence would be:

• "I was completely baffled by the complex math problem."
• "The magician's tricks baffled the audience."

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The Guardian Cryptic08 Feb 2022	Across 24
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