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Soldiers Gave Up And Retreated Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "RECEDED" which means:
- verb
- • Pull back or move away or backward
- • Retreat
- • Become faint or more distant
An example sentence would be:
- • "The tide receded, revealing a vast stretch of sands."
- • "The floodwaters receded slowly after days of heavy rain."
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The Guardian Cryptic15 Jan 2001 | Down 18 | |
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