Shortens In A Way Crossword Clue

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Updated: October 11, 2023

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	99%	6		Exact Match!
	verb • leave or strike out
	27%	11		One who shortens words or phrases
	noun • one who shortens or abridges or condenses a written work
	27%	8		One who shortens a book or play
	noun • one who shortens or abridges or condenses a written work

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New York Times25 Nov 2005	Down 11
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