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| 2 | 30% | 11 | Used to describe a path or movement followed in a backward or contrary direction | |
| 3 | 29% | 12 | Contrary or contrary-minded | |
Rotary Movement Contrary To Direction Of Travel Crossword Clue
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We've checked our database and believe the answer is
BACKSPIN which was last seen in the The Guardian Quick crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
BACKSPIN
Updated: October 13, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "BACKSPIN" which means:
- noun
- • Spin (usually of a moving ball) that retards or reverses the forward motion verb
- • To spin (a ball) with this motion.
- • To play a section of a record in reverse, as a disc jockey; to apply spinback.
An example sentence would be:
- • "Golfers use backspin to control the distance and trajectory of their shots."
- • "In table tennis, players often employ backspin to make the ball curve downward."
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| The Guardian Quick04 Mar 2009 | Down 12 | |
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