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Rank | Letters | Answer | Clue | |
1 | 99% | 7 | Exact Match! | |
2 | 29% | 13 | A fault that exhibits both dip-slip and strike-slip movement | |
3 | 28% | 12 | Aids in preventing sideways slip | |
Slip Preventing In A Way Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "CLEATED" which means:
- noun
- • A metal or leather projection (as from the sole of a shoe); prevents slipping
- • A fastener (usually with two projecting horns) around which a rope can be secured
- • A strip of wood or metal used to strengthen the surface to which it is attached verb
- • Provide with cleats
- • Secure on a cleat
An example sentence would be:
- • "He was wearing cleated shoes for better traction on the slippery field."
- • "The hiker used cleated boots to navigate through the treacherous mountain terrain."
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New York Times21 Jun 2013 | Down 6 | |
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