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noun • a colorless gas (O3) soluble in alkalis and cold water; a strong oxidizing agent; can be produced by electric discharge in oxygen or by the action of ultraviolet radiation on oxygen in the stratosphere (where it acts as a screen for ultraviolet radiation) | ||||||||
| 29% | 12 | Contrary or contrary-minded | ||||||
adjective • not to your liking adjective satellite • unpleasant to interact with • not agreeing with your tastes or expectations | ||||||||
| 28% | 11 | May cause weight changes, either weight gain or weight loss | ||||||
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Something In The Air Makes One Put On Weight On The Contrary Crossword Clue
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OZONE which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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OZONE
Updated: October 14, 2023
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