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Spotted Punishment Crossword Clue
There is 1 exact and 141 possible answers.
We've checked our database and believe the answer is
PENALTY which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
PENALTY
Updated: October 14, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "PENALTY" which means:
- noun
- • The act of punishing, or the infliction of a penalty
- • A payment required for not fulfilling a contract
- • The disadvantage or painful consequences of an action or condition
- • (games) a handicap or disadvantage that is imposed on a competitor (or a team) for an infraction of the rules of the game
An example sentence would be:
- • "He received a penalty for speeding."
- • "The referee awarded a penalty kick to the opposing team."
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Clue Last Found In...
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| The Guardian Cryptic20 May 2022 | Down 4 | |
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7 | This genus includes species such as the eastern spotted skunk and the western spotted skunk |
