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Scrapes Out Crossword Clue
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EKES which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
EKES
Updated: October 11, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "EKES" which means:
- verb
- • Chiefly in the form eke out: to add to, to augment; to increase; to lengthen.
An example sentence would be:
- • "He ekes out a living by doing odd jobs."
- • "She ekes out a small profit from selling homemade crafts."
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Clue Last Found In...
| Source | #Number | Answer |
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| New York Times17 Jan 2022 | Down 31 | |
| New York Times07 Feb 2021 | Across 73 | |
| New York Times13 Sep 2010 | Across 6 | |
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