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Steel Trap Sprung By One With Part In Old Plot Crossword Clue
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SALTPETRE which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
SALTPETRE
Updated: October 14, 2023
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| The Guardian Cryptic25 Apr 2002 | Down 7 | |
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