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1 | 99% | 3 | Exact Match! | |
2 | 35% | 7 | Shells of shells | |
3 | 27% | 6 | Crushed shells used in shellfish industry | |
Shells Industry Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "OIL" which means:
- noun
- • A slippery or viscous liquid or liquefiable substance not miscible with water
- • Oil paint containing pigment that is used by an artist
- • A dark oil consisting mainly of hydrocarbons
- • Any of a group of liquid edible fats that are obtained from plants verb
- • Cover with oil, as if by rubbing
- • Administer an oil or ointment to; often in a religious ceremony of blessing
An example sentence would be:
- • "I need to buy some cooking oil for dinner."
- • "The car engine requires regular oil changes."
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