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Smooth Like Well Oiled Locks Crossword Clue
There is 1 exact and 149 possible answers.
We've checked our database and believe the answer is
POMADED which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
POMADED
Updated: October 14, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "POMADED" which means:
- adjective satellite
- • (of hair) groomed with pomade verb
- • To anoint with pomade; to use pomade to style (hair).
An example sentence would be:
- • "He pomaded his hair to give it a sleek and shiny look."
- • "She pomaded her curls to define them and reduce frizz."
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| The Guardian Cryptic12 Aug 2022 | Down 2 | |
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