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Stay Mum Initially And Avoid Working Crossword Clue
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We've checked our database and believe the answer is
MALINGER which was last seen in the Telegraph Toughie crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
MALINGER
Updated: October 18, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "MALINGER" which means:
- verb
- • Avoid responsibilities and duties, e.g., by pretending to be ill
An example sentence would be:
- • "He would often malinger in order to avoid doing any work."
- • "She pretended to be sick to malinger and skip school."
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| Source | #Number | Answer |
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| Telegraph Toughie19 Oct 2023 | Down 18 | |
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