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Swallow Or Dove Circling Over Ancient City Crossword Clue
There is 1 exact and 189 possible answers.
We've checked our database and believe the answer is
DEVOUR which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
DEVOUR
Updated: October 14, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "DEVOUR" which means:
- verb
- • To consume
- • Enjoy avidly
- • Eat up completely, as with great appetite
- • Eat greedily
An example sentence would be:
- • "She devoured the entire pizza in just a few minutes."
- • "The hungry lion will devour its prey in one swift movement."
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Clue Last Found In...
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| The Guardian Cryptic19 Jul 2010 | Down 5 | |
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