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Sea Water In Ones Watch Crossword Clue
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We've checked our database and believe the answer is
MAINSPRING which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
MAINSPRING
Updated: October 14, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "MAINSPRING" which means:
- noun
- • The most important spring in a mechanical device (especially a clock or watch); as it uncoils it drives the mechanism
An example sentence would be:
- • "The mainspring of the clock needs to be replaced."
- • "She is the mainspring behind the charity event."
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| The Guardian Cryptic20 Jan 2003 | Down 6 | |
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