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Record Breakers Time Is Shown Above In Headline Crossword Clue
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BANNISTER which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
BANNISTER
Updated: October 14, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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We think the answer is "BANNISTER" which means:
- noun
- • A railing at the side of a staircase or balcony to prevent people from falling
- • English runner who in 1954 became the first person to run a mile in less than four minutes (born in 1929)
An example sentence would be:
- • "She carefully slid her hand along the smooth bannister as she descended the staircase."
- • "He leaned against the bannister, gazing out of the window at the breathtaking view."
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| The Guardian Cryptic18 Jun 2014 | Down 15 | |
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