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Ragged Crest Crossword Clue

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We've checked our database and believe the answer is ARETE which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is: ARETE

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199%5Exact Match!
231%7 Marked by a prominent crest or crest-like structure
320%6Ragged

About This Clues Answer

We think the answer is "ARETE" which means:

    noun
  • • A sharp narrow ridge found in rugged mountains

An example sentence would be:

  • • "She displayed great arete in her performance on the field."
  • • "The arete of the sculpture was praised by art critics."

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New York Times22 Feb 1981 Across 144
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