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1 | 99% | 6 | Exact Match! | |
2 | 36% | 8 | When determining the pitch of a note written in this clef, the note letter is modified by the position of the note on the staff. | |
3 | 36% | 8 | Note value between a quarter note and a whole note | |
Ransom Note Writer Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "CAPTOR" which means:
- noun
- • A person who captures and holds people or animals
An example sentence would be:
- • "The captor demanded a ransom for the release of his hostage."
- • "The captor tied up the victim and locked him in a dark room."
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New York Times20 Aug 2017 | Down 101 | |
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7 | When determining the pitch of a note written in this clef, the note letter is modified by the position of the note on the staff. |