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noun • any of various amines (such as putrescine or cadaverine) formed by the action of putrefactive bacteria • a term for food poisoning that is no longer in scientific use; food poisoning was once thought to be caused by ingesting ptomaines | ||||||||
| 34% | 13 | Term for a falsely attributed or falsely claimed work of literature | ||||||
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| 29% | 6 | Pre-tied or self-tied accessory | ||||||
noun • a man's tie that ties in a bow | ||||||||
Substance Falsely Tied To Food Poisoning Crossword Clue
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PTOMAINE which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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PTOMAINE
Updated: October 10, 2023
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6 | Pre-tied or self-tied accessory | |
7 | Term for a falsely attributed or falsely claimed work of literature |
