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3 | 23% | 5 | Classic song with the words "Look away! Look away! Look away!" | |
Scientist Is Away During Scrap Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "BOFFIN" which means:
- noun
- • (british slang) a scientist or technician engaged in military research
An example sentence would be:
- • "The boffin discovered a new species of butterfly."
- • "She consulted with a team of boffins to solve the complex equation."
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The Guardian Quiptic14 Feb 2022 | Across 22 | |
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