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Strong Drink May Lead To Smash Crossword Clue
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We've checked our database and believe the answer is
HIGHBALL which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
HIGHBALL
Updated: October 14, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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We think the answer is "HIGHBALL" which means:
- noun
- • A mixed drink made of alcoholic liquor mixed with water or a carbonated beverage and served in a tall glass verb
- • To make an estimate which tends toward exaggeration.
- • (possibly obsolete) to move quickly; to hightail.
An example sentence would be:
- • "I ordered a refreshing highball at the bar."
- • "She sipped her highball slowly, savoring the flavors."
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| Source | #Number | Answer |
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| The Guardian Cryptic24 Feb 2003 | Across 20 | |
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