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Question Was This Medicinal Once Doctors Annoy With Reply Crossword Clue
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We've checked our database and believe the answer is
PENNYROYAL which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
PENNYROYAL
Updated: October 14, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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We think the answer is "PENNYROYAL" which means:
- noun
- • Eurasian perennial mint have small lilac-blue flowers and ovate leaves; yields an aromatic oil
- • Erect hairy branching american herb having purple-blue flowers; yields an essential oil used as an insect repellent and sometimes in folk medicine
An example sentence would be:
- • "The leaves of pennyroyal are often used in herbal medicine."
- • "Some people believe that pennyroyal can help alleviate digestive issues."
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| The Guardian Cryptic22 Sep 2010 | Down 13 | |
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