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| 2 | 37% | 3 | Rejection after rejection? | |
| 3 | 30% | 11 | Rejection of authoritarian rule and hierarchy | |
Rejection Not As A Rule Crossword Clue
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We've checked our database and believe the answer is
EXCEPTION which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
EXCEPTION
Updated: October 14, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "EXCEPTION" which means:
- noun
- • A deliberate act of omission
- • An instance that does not conform to a rule or generalization
- • Grounds for adverse criticism
An example sentence would be:
- • "He is the exception to the rule."
- • "There are always exceptions to every rule."
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Clue Last Found In...
| Source | #Number | Answer |
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| The Guardian Cryptic01 Sep 2003 | Across 19 | |
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