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Support Leader Writers In Use Of Tenterhooks Crossword Clue
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SUSPENSE which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
SUSPENSE
Updated: October 14, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "SUSPENSE" which means:
- noun
- • Apprehension about what is going to happen
- • An uncertain cognitive state
- • Excited anticipation of an approaching climax adjective
- • Held or lifted up; held or prevented from proceeding.
- • Expressing, or proceeding from, suspense or doubt.
An example sentence would be:
- • "The suspense in the movie had everyone on the edge of their seats."
- • "The author masterfully built suspense throughout the novel."
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Clue Last Found In...
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| The Guardian Cryptic12 Feb 2009 | Down 8 | |
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