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| 3 | 27% | 8 | One who shortens a book or play | |
Shortens In A Way Crossword Clue
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We've checked our database and believe the answer is
ELIDES which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
ELIDES
Updated: October 11, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "ELIDES" which means:
- verb
- • Leave or strike out
An example sentence would be:
- • "The poet elides certain details in order to create a more concise poem."
- • "The film elides several scenes to maintain a faster pace."
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Clue Last Found In...
| Source | #Number | Answer |
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| New York Times25 Nov 2005 | Down 11 | |
| New York Times08 Jul 2005 | Down 8 | |
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