Slim Stop Crushing Rex Crossword Clue

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We've checked our database and believe the answer is DECREASE which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is: DECREASE

Updated: October 14, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood

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Rank		Letters	Answer	Clue
1	99%	8		Exact Match!
2	31%	8		Stop a barrier crushing brother
3	30%	11		Crushing devices with high crushing capacity

About This Clues Answer

We think the answer is "DECREASE" which means:

noun

• A change downward
• A process of becoming smaller or shorter
• The amount by which something decreases
• The act of decreasing or reducing something

verb

• Decrease in size, extent, or range
• Make become smaller

An example sentence would be:

• "We need to decrease our expenses to save money."
• "Regular exercise can help decrease the risk of heart disease."

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Clue Last Found In...

Source	#Number	Answer
The Guardian Cryptic16 Jun 2021	Down 16
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