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Rubbing Crossword Clue

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We've checked our database and believe the answer is FRICTION which was last seen in the The Guardian Quick crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is: FRICTION

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197%8Exact Match!
290%8 Activity done with a millstone
390%7 Applying pressure with a circular motion

About This Clues Answer

We think the answer is "FRICTION" which means:

    noun
  • • A state of conflict between persons
  • • The resistance encountered when one body is moved in contact with another
  • • Effort expended in moving one object over another with pressure

An example sentence would be:

  • • "There was friction between the two teams during the game."
  • • "The friction between the siblings was evident during the family gathering."

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The Guardian Quick18 Sep 2013 Across 9
The Guardian Quick09 May 2009 Down 12
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