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2 | 90% | 8 | Something that protects or conceals | |
3 | 90% | 6 | Concealing oneself from view | |
Shielding Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "DEFENSIVE" which means:
- adjective
- • Intended or appropriate for defending against or deterring aggression or attack noun
- • An attitude of defensiveness adjective satellite
- • Attempting to justify or defend in speech or writing
An example sentence would be:
- • "He became defensive and started arguing when questioned about his actions."
- • "The cat arched its back in a defensive stance."
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Source | #Number | Answer |
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New York Times27 Feb 1993 | Across 56 | |
New York Times28 Nov 1979 | Down 33 | |
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