Son Sponges And Pilfers Crossword Clue

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

Updated: October 14, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood

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Rank		Letters	Answer	Clue
1	99%	6		Exact Match!
2	37%	14		Class of sponges commonly known as glass sponges
3	29%	10		Petty criminal pilfers hot rolls

About This Clues Answer

We think the answer is "SWIPES" which means:

noun

• A sweeping stroke or blow

verb

• Strike with a swiping motion
• Make off with belongings of others

An example sentence would be:

• "He swipes his credit card to pay for the groceries."
• "She swipes her employee badge to enter the building."

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The Guardian Cryptic24 Jan 2014	Down 18
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