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noun • the act of firing weapons or artillery at an enemy • the act of discharging a gun • the act of setting something on fire • the termination of someone's employment (leaving them free to depart) | ||||||||
| 28% | 11 | Sacking or looting for gain | ||||||
noun • the act of stripping and taking by force | ||||||||
| 28% | 12 | Sacking or ransacking of a city or town | ||||||
noun • the act of stripping and taking by force | ||||||||
Sacking And Burning Crossword Clue
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FIRING which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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FIRING
Updated: October 14, 2023
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