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Surprise Of Persistent Look Officer Kept Up Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "STARTLE" which means:
- noun
- • A sudden involuntary movement verb
- • To stimulate to action
- • Move or jump suddenly, as if in surprise or alarm
An example sentence would be:
- • "The loud noise startled me."
- • "The sudden movement startled the cat."
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The Guardian Cryptic13 Nov 2007 | Down 4 | |
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