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noun • a contestant who loses the contest • a person with a record of failing; someone who loses consistently • a gambler who loses a bet | ||||||||
| 42% | 10 | A relay race where each runner carries a baton and hands it to the next runner | ||||||
noun • a footrace performed on a track (indoor or outdoor) | ||||||||
| 28% | 10 | Partaker in a race for runner's high | ||||||
noun • someone who participates in long-distance races (especially in marathons) | ||||||||
Runner Defeated In Close Race Crossword Clue
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LOSER which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
LOSER
Updated: October 14, 2023
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