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2 | 40% | 8 | Ancestor regretted standing up for pomp | |
3 | 31% | 12 | Shared a common ancestor with humans but is not a direct ancestor | |
Regretted Having Reflected Grandeur Of Lost Ancestor Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "RUED" which means:
- noun
- • European strong-scented perennial herb with grey-green bitter-tasting leaves; an irritant similar to poison ivy
- • Leaves sometimes used for flavoring fruit or claret cup but should be used with great caution: can cause irritation like poison ivy
- • Sadness associated with some wrong done or some disappointment
- • (french) a street or road in france verb
- • Feel remorse for; feel sorry for; be contrite about
An example sentence would be:
- • "He rued the day he decided to quit his job."
- • "She rued not studying harder for the exam."
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The Guardian Cryptic25 Mar 2008 | Down 2 | |
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