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noun • a potentially explosive state • keg (usually made of metal) for gunpowder or blasting powder | ||||||||
| 38% | 4 | Prepare to explode — or not to explode | ||||||
noun • an electrical device that can interrupt the flow of electrical current when it is overloaded • any igniter that is used to initiate the burning of a propellant verb • mix together different elements • become plastic or fluid or liquefied from heat • equip with a fuse; provide with a fuse • make liquid or plastic by heating | ||||||||
| 29% | 11 | Bomb set to explode | ||||||
noun • a problematic situation that will eventually become dangerous if not addressed | ||||||||
Situation Set To Explode Crossword Clue
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POWDERKEG which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
POWDERKEG
Updated: October 11, 2023
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